Which of the following is a drawback to the observational method?

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The observational method may not capture social behaviors that only take place in private. This limits the validity and generalizability of the results obtained through this method. Option A is incorrect because many interesting and important questions can be answered using observational methods. Option B is incorrect because statistical reliability depends on the quality of the data and the analysis, rather than on the observational method itself. Option D is also incorrect as interjudge reliability can be established using standardized coding schemes and training of observers.

Which of the Following Is a Drawback to the Observational