Limitations
Definition
Limitations refer to factors that may restrict or impact the scope, validity, or generalizability of a study. These can include constraints such as sample size, time limitations, availability of resources, or biases.
Related terms
Bias: Systematic errors introduced into research due to personal preferences or prejudices.
Sample Size: The number of participants included in a study which affects its statistical power and generalizability.
Validity: The extent to which an instrument measures what it intends to measure accurately.
"Limitations" appears in:
Subjects (3)
AP European History
AP Human Geography
AP US Government
Study guides (2)
AP Research - 2.2 Explaining and analyzing the line of reasoning of an argument
AP Research - 5.1 Planning, producing, and revising a research paper while considering audience, context, and purpose
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