Identify a primary limitation of case studies.
A. Their basis for truth is ?awed.
B. They do not apply to the general population, only the mentally ill.
C. They become outdated quickly.
D. It is risky to draw general conclusions about a disorder from a single example.
Answer: D. It is risky to draw general conclusions about a disorder from a single example.
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What will be an ideal response?
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