The advantage of the survey method includes:
A) the reliability of survey results depends on the truthfulness of respondents' self-report
B) respondents may be unmotivated to answer questions
C) respondents may over-rationalize their actions
D) the results reveal little of the dynamic nature of certain phenomena
E) respondents are encouraged to provide honest responses because of the anonymity in a survey

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The advantage of the survey method often includes the encouragement of honest responses from respondents due to the anonymity provided by surveys. This anonymity can reduce social desirability bias, where respondents might otherwise feel compelled to give answers they perceive as socially acceptable rather than truthful. Choices A, B, C, and D highlight potential limitations or challenges associated with survey methods, not advantages.

The Advantage of the Survey Method Includes