Which Statement About Naturalistic Observation Is NOT True

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which statement about naturalistic observation is NOT true?

• A) Researchers try not to influence the behaviors of the individuals they are observing.
• B) Researchers must ensure that the effects they observe are due to the variables they intentionally manipulated.
• C) Obtaining sufficient interrater reliability is important.
• D) The principal objective is to observe how people act in their usual surroundings.

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