In Participant Observation Research, When Researchers Make Their Presence Known

question 36

Multiple Choice

In participant observation research, when researchers make their presence known to those whom they are observing (without attempting to influence the outcome of their observations or the activities of the group) , they fit the category of ________.

• A) observer as complete participant
• B) control group observer
• C) participants who are observers
• D) research subject
• E) unobtrusive observer

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Definitions:

Socioeconomically

Refers to the social and economic factors and how they influence individuals and communities.

Reluctance

A hesitancy or unwillingness to take action or embark upon a specific course due to doubt or apprehension.

Evil Eye

A belief in many cultures that someone can cause misfortune or injury to another simply by looking at them with envy or ill intent.

Mystical Sources

References or origins attributed to supernatural or esoteric forces beyond the common understanding of reality.