One possible disadvantage of bond index funds is that they do not allow for much, if any, international diversification.
One possible disadvantage is that the total time in school is longer (7 or 7.5 years with an undergraduate degree).
Again, a possible disadvantage is that you must pay in advance.
Nor do I hear of the possible disadvantages -in human, economic and social terms - that might result from pursuing such a policy.
However, you should be aware of the possible disadvantages described in paragraph 14.13.2.
We're saying there are possible disadvantages to watch out for.
More research needs to be done, however, to thoroughly evaluate the benefits and possible disadvantages.
For myself, I believe the advantages far outweigh any possible disadvantages.
The economic and political advantages will far outweigh any possible budgetary disadvantages.
The absence of windows in the children's rooms along the north wall has been mentioned as a possible disadvantage but they were lit by skylights.