Which of the Following Is the Best Example of the Observational

question 140

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of the observational method?

• A) Chris puts a glass to the wall so that he can hear his parents argue.
• B) Elaine parks her car near a traffic light and records how many drivers run red lights.
• C) Gary stops people on the street to ask them how they voted in the last election.
• D) Twyla videotapes her sister's wedding, focusing on sentimental and silly moments.

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Definitions:

Emotional Cues

External or internal signals that indicate the emotional state of an individual or are meant to provoke an emotional response.

Schizoid Disorders

A cluster of mental conditions characterized by a long-standing pattern of detachment from social relationships and a limited range of emotional expression.

Psychoanalytic Therapists

Mental health professionals who use methods derived from psychoanalysis, focusing on uncovering unconscious motivations and early childhood influences on behavior.

Behavioral Therapists

Professionals who use principles of learning and behavior modification to treat psychological disorders and modify problematic behaviors.