What about using telephone interviews

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Assume you are researching the determinants and consequences of family violence. You have considered various research methods, but all seem to be problematic. For example, can you go to someone's home and directly observe incidents of family violence? How feasible is that? What about using telephone interviews? What are the consequences of interviewing someone whose abuser lives in the same house and might overhear the conversation? Will other methods provide you with the information and details you need?

What are the most appropriate research methods in this case? Remember that there is no such thing as perfect research; each method has its advantages and drawbacks. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the methods you recommend?

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