Which of the Following Is NOT a Limitation Associated with Covert

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a limitation associated with covert participation?

• A)Covert participants cannot openly take notes or use obvious recording devices.
• B)Covert participants cannot ask questions that will arouse suspicion.
• C)Covert participants need to keep up the act at all times while in the setting under study.
• D)Covert participants are unable to reveal their identities at the end of the research period.

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