What Type of Research Gathers Information About a Topic by Administering

question 78

Multiple Choice

What type of research gathers information about a topic by administering questionnaires or interviews to people of an area of interest?

• A) case studies
• B) naturalistic observations
• C) survey research
• D) experimental research

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Definitions:

Professional

Pertaining to someone who engages in a particular occupation for payment, often requiring specialized education and training.

Anecdotal Record

A narrative account of a specific incident or event concerning an individual's behavior, often used in educational or psychological contexts to gather qualitative data.

Personnel File

A collection of records kept by an employer that contains information related to an employee’s personal and employment history.

Biographical Data Inventory

A type of assessment tool that uses details from a person's life history to predict behavior and performance.