Facts and Figures Obtained by Watching, Either Mechanically or in Person

question 236

Multiple Choice

Facts and figures obtained by watching, either mechanically or in person, how people actually behave are referred to as ________ data.

• A) inspection
• B) hypothetical
• C) primary source
• D) observational
• E) eyewitness

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Definitions:

DNA

Deoxyribonucleic acid, a self-replicating material present in nearly all living organisms as the main constituent of chromosomes, carrier of genetic information.

Evolutionary Advantage

A trait or characteristic that increases an organism's likelihood of survival and reproduction in its environment.

Subliminal Perception

The process of receiving information below the level of conscious awareness, which can influence thoughts, feelings, or actions without the individual's conscious recognition.

Pituitary Gland

The Pituitary Gland is a small, pea-sized gland at the base of the brain, important in controlling growth, metabolism, and the function of other glands in the endocrine system.