A Scientist Wants to Study the Behaviors of Factory Workers

question 27

Multiple Choice

A scientist wants to study the behaviors of factory workers under stressful working conditions. She takes a job in a factory where no one knows her true identity. Which research approach is being used?

• A) Acknowledged participant
• B) Unacknowledged participant
• C) Acknowledged observer
• D) Unacknowledged observer

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