A case study is a(n):
A) in-depth investigation of a single individual or a small group of individuals, often involving information from a wide variety of sources.
B) method of determining whether an experiment reflects natural conditions.
C) survey involving only people who are likely to confirm the experimenter's hypothesis.
D) study involving multiple participants who all suffer from the same psychological problems and are given the same experimental treatment.

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A case study involves an in-depth investigation of a single individual or a small group of individuals, often involving information from a wide variety of sources. It is used to gain detailed information about a unique or rare phenomenon, provide insight into complex issues, and generate hypotheses for future research. Choice B is incorrect because a case study does not determine whether an experiment reflects natural conditions. Choice C is incorrect because a case study does not involve only people who are likely to confirm the experimenter's hypothesis. Choice D is incorrect because a case study does not involve multiple participants who all suffer from the same psychological problems and are given the same experimental treatment.

A Case Study Is A(n)