The most serious disadvantage of observation is ________.
A) the reasons for the observed behavior may not be determined because little is known about the underlying motives,beliefs,attitudes,and preferences.
B) observational methods permit measurement of actual behavior rather than reports of intended or preferred behavior.
C) if the observed phenomenon occurs frequently or is of short duration,observational methods may be cheaper and faster than survey methods.
D) observational data is often time consuming and expensive and it is difficult to observe certain forms of behavior,such as personal activities.

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The most serious disadvantage of observation is that it may not provide insight into the underlying motives, beliefs, attitudes, and preferences that drive the observed behavior, making it difficult to draw meaningful conclusions from the data collected.

The Most Serious Disadvantage of Observation Is ________