Weegy: Archival research has several distinct advantages over other research methods. Not least among its advantages is the fact that the data are already collected. This may represent a substantial savings of time, effort, and money. [ The fact that the data are already collected also means that, in general, archival research involves minimal concerns about institutional review. Almost all archival research is exempt from review; the participants generally gave permission for their data to be used in research when the archive was created. In some cases, the materials are in the public domain, and in some cases the participants are dead. ] (More)

Weegy: Advantages of Archival Research: The experimenter cannot introduce changes in participant behavior. Enormous amounts of data provide a better view of trends, relationships, and outcomes. Often less expensive than other study methods. [ Researchers can often access data through free archives or records databases. Disadvantages of Archival Research: The researchers have not control over how data was collected. Important date may be missing from the records. Previous research may be unreliable. ] User: What might be the advantages of using naturalistic observation? Weegy: Naturalistic observation, can be divided into two main sections, overt and covert. That advantages of using overt naturalistic observation is that you see your participants in their natural everyday environment, [ going about their daily lives as they would normally, however, this can cause demand characteristics in the participants as they may behave how they think the researcher wants them to. The advantages of using Covert naturalistic observation is that your results will be extremely high in ecological validity, and there will be very few if none anomolous behaviours, however, covert observation of any kind can bring about numerous ethical issues. ] User: What might be the disadvantages of using naturalistic observation? Weegy: The disadvantages of naturalistic observation include the fact that it can be difficult to determine the exact cause of a behavior and the experimenter cannot control for outside variables. Some other disadvantages of naturalistic [ observation: People may behavior differently when they know they are being watched. People may try to behave in a certain way in order to conform with what they think the research expects to see. Different observers may draw different conclusions from the same witnessed behavior. ] User: What is an advantage of the survey method? Weegy: Strengths: Surveys are relatively inexpensive (especially ... (More)

Weegy: The reliability of survey data may depend on the following: Respondents' motivation, honesty, memory, [ and ability to respond: Respondents may not be motivated to give accurate answers. Respondents may be motivated to give answers that present themselves in a favorable light. Respondents may not be fully aware of their reasons for any given action. ] User: What is an advantage of the case study method? Weegy: One major advantage of the case study in psychology is the potential for the development of novel hypotheses for later testing. Second, the case study can provide detailed descriptions of specific and rare cases User: What is a disadvantage of the case study method? Weegy: Advantages •Develops analytic and problem solving skills •Allows for exploration of solutions for complex issues •Allows student to apply new knowledge and skills Disadvantages •May not see relevance to own situation •Insufficient [ information can lead to inappropriate results •Not appropriate for elementary level •With a researcher observing the specimen closely, the specimen is likely to chage their behaviour Read more: ] User: When conducting research what are some of the ethical concerns that must be addressed? (More)

Weegy: There are several ethical issues that must be considered when designing research that will utilize participants who are human beings. The primary concern of the investigator should be the safety of the research participant. [ This is accomplished by carefully considering the risk/benefit ratio, using all available information to make an appropriate assessment and continually monitoring the research as it proceeds. The scientific investigator must obtain informed consent from each research participant. This should be obtained in writing (although oral consents are sometimes acceptable) after the participant has had the opportunity to carefully consider the risks and benefits and to ask any pertinent questions. Informed consent should be seen as an ongoing process, not a singular event or a mere formality. The investigator must enumerate how privacy and confidentiality concerns will be approached. Researchers must be sensitive to not only how information is protected from unauthorized observation, but also if and how participants are to be notified of any unforeseen findings from the research that they may or may not want to know. ] (More)

Weegy: The four assumptions financial statement users should be able to assume that preparers of the statements have made in preparing the statements that are listed by the FASB's conceptual framework are separate economic entity, going concern, [ monetary unit, and periodicity of income. conservatism, matching principle, revenue recognition principle, and periodicity of income. conservatism, cost-benefit test, full disclosure principal, and industry practice constraint. historical cost basis, materiality realization, and transparency. ] User: Accounting information that is capable of making a difference in a decision by the report user is comparable. reliable. relevant. neutral. (More)