Which of the Following Was Discussed as a Potential Limitation

question 114

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was discussed as a potential limitation of naturalistic observation?

• A) The settings in which naturalistic observations typically occur tend to have low external validity.
• B) Naturalistic observation often makes improper use of random assignment.
• C) The observer's presence may disrupt or influence the behaviour of the person or animal he/she is watching.
• D) Naturalistic observation relies too heavily on the use of archival data about the person or animal being observed.

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