A major limitation of the clinical interview is that it
A) does not reveal depth of information.
B) does not reflect the way participants think in everyday life.
C) may not result in accurate reporting of information.
D) only provides a small amount of information.

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The clinical interview relies heavily on the accuracy and honesty of the participant in reporting information. However, there may be factors that interfere with accurate reporting, such as memory biases, social desirability biases, and the influence of emotions on memory. Therefore, the clinical interview may not always result in accurate reporting of information.

Option A is not entirely correct, as the clinical interview can reveal a significant amount of depth of information if conducted properly. Option B is also incorrect as the clinical interview can be structured in a way that reflects participants' thinking in everyday life. Option D is too broad and incorrect, as the amount of information obtained from a clinical interview can vary depending on the interviewer's skill and the depth of questioning.

A Major Limitation of the Clinical Interview Is That It