In Quantitative Research, It Is Common for Researchers to Ask

In quantitative research, it is common for researchers to ask questions and offer a variety of fixed answers from which to choose-such as multiple-choice questions. This approach is advantageous for all the following reasons except:

A) responses can be summarized in percentages, averages, or other statistics.
B) it simplifies analysis of the replies.
C) it is more convenient for computer analysis.
D) respondents may reply faster and easier.
E) it limits the broad range of possible answers to ones envisioned by the researchers.