Which of the following is NOT a frequent reason for the use of composite measures in research?

a. the researcher is seldom able to develop in advance single indicators of complex concepts.
b. a single data item might not have enough categories to provide a range of variation.
c. composite measures give a more comprehensive and accurate indication of a given variable.
d. they are efficient data reduction devices.
e. they simplify interpretation for both the researcher and the reader.


E

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