What Is One Potential Problem Associated with the Naturalistic Observation

question 32

Multiple Choice

What is one potential problem associated with the naturalistic observation method?

• A) The setting is very artificial.
• B) There are a limited number of independent variables that can be manipulated.
• C) The presence of a researcher may alter participants' behavior.
• D) Because the researcher is also a participant, he/she may lose objectivity.

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