Which of the following is an example of "nomothetic research"?

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Nomothetic research focuses on identifying general laws or principles that apply to a group of individuals, rather than examining individual cases (idiographic research). Comparing freshmen and seniors on a personality inventory examines a larger group of individuals and aims to identify general patterns, making it an example of nomothetic research. Option A involves preparing a case study of an individual, making it an example of idiographic research. Option C involves exploring factors that influence a specific trait in individuals, making it an example of both idiographic and nomothetic research. Option D involves analyzing the work and characteristics of an individual, making it an example of idiographic research.

Which of the Following Is an Example of "Nomothetic Research