A researcher wants to compare the use of rating scales to behavioral coding systems. After making the comparison, he concludes that behavioral coding systems tend to

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The best choice is D because behavioral coding systems tend to require less inference by the observer, whereas rating scales rely on subjective judgment and may not capture the full complexity of behaviors. This makes behavioral coding systems more reliable and objective in comparison. While they may require more effort to implement and may be more qualitative, their greater accuracy and specificity make them the preferred method in many research fields.

A Researcher Wants to Compare the Use of Rating Scales