The Primary Advantage of the Naturalistic Observation Method of Research

question 97

Multiple Choice

The primary advantage of the naturalistic observation method of research is that it ________.

• A) allows for better control of the experimental situation than other research methods
• B) allows for gathering information more easily, quickly, and cheaply than other research methods
• C) usually allows for behavior that is more natural, varied, and spontaneous than in a laboratory
• D) virtually eliminates the problem of observer bias

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