Which of the following is a disadvantage of case studies?
A) Case studies produce a less detailed picture of an individual than other methods.
B) Case studies have only limited usefulness for deriving general principles of behavior.
C) Data from case studies is more abstract, vague, and general than data from other methods.
D) The amount of control used in case studies makes them very artificial.

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Case studies focus on a single individual or group and their unique experiences, making it difficult to apply the findings to a larger population or generalize results. Therefore, they have limited usefulness for deriving general principles of behavior.

Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Case Studies