DJ Is Working on a Research Team That Is Gathering

question 133

Multiple Choice

D.J. is working on a research team that is gathering information on how freshmen students view their first year of college. D.J.'s team wants to use a flexible conversational style that allows for follow-up questions in order to gather as much information as possible. Which technique is best suited for this type of study?

• A) Structured observations
• B) A structured interview
• C) An open-ended interview
• D) Naturalistic observations

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Definitions:

Fraternal Twins

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Humanlike Language

Forms of communication that exhibit features of natural human language, including grammar, syntax, and the capacity to convey complex ideas and emotions.

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