Most researchers prefer structured self-report questions over open-ended questions. This is because open-ended questions often yield responses that:
A) fail to mention a construct in which the researcher is interested
B) can only be converted to nominal scales
C) can only be coded by licensed psychotherapists
D) do not allow an assessment of their reliability
A
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