10) One disadvantage of the experimental method in psychology is that:
A) Only one independent variable can be tested at a time
B) Tight control of variables can make the experimental situation rather artificial for participants
C) Measurement of people's performance is always rather difficult
D) The method of observation cannot be used

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Tight control of variables can make the experimental situation rather artificial for participants, which could affect the external validity of the study. The other options are either not true (A) or not relevant to the experimental method (C and D).

10) One Disadvantage of the Experimental Method in Psychology Is