An academic researcher would use the case study method in all of the following situations EXCEPT:
A)when first beginning to study a research topic.
B)when practical considerations prevent other methods of gathering information.
C)when ethical considerations prevent other methods of gathering information.
D)when the purpose of the research is to track down a cause.

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The case study method is not well-suited for tracking down a cause as it typically examines a single entity or small group and does not allow for statistical analysis or control of variables. Other methods such as experiments or quasi-experiments would be more appropriate for establishing causality.

An Academic Researcher Would Use the Case Study Method in All