Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Using Ethnography

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using ethnography as a method of social research?

• A) It is very difficult to understand the meaning participants give to their own actions.
• B) Participants are self-selected.
• C) Participants are usually not completely candid when asked to describe their attitudes and behaviors.
• D) It is very difficult for another researcher to repeat or replicate any particular ethnography.
• E) Ethnographies tend to have ethical problems that are of central concern to most sociologists.

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Definitions:

Functional Structure

An organization structure that groups together people with similar skills who perform similar tasks.

Organization Chart

A visual diagram that represents the structure of an organization, depicting the roles, responsibilities, and relationships between individuals within it.

Higher Level

Pertains to a more advanced or complex stage, position, or category, often implying greater importance or significance.

Informal Networks

The unofficial and often unseen interactions and relationships that exist within an organization, facilitating the flow of information and influence.