A key disadvantage to self-report measures is that
A)they are less effective than experiments in accurately predicting peoples' behaviour.
B)respondents are not always honest in their answers.
C)observing behaviour leads to changes in behaviour.
D)demand characteristics can bias participants' answers.

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The key disadvantage of self-report measures is that respondents may not always provide honest answers. This is known as social desirability bias, where participants may provide answers that reflect what they think is socially acceptable or desirable, rather than their true feelings or behaviors.

A Key Disadvantage to Self-Report Measures Is That