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:

Nerves

Bundles of fibers that transmit sensory and motor information throughout the body.

Parietal Cells

Cells located in the lining of the stomach that secrete hydrochloric acid and intrinsic factor, essential for digestion and vitamin B12 absorption, respectively.

Intrinsic Factor

Intrinsic factor is a protein produced by the stomach lining that is essential for the absorption of vitamin B12, necessary for the production of red blood cells.

HCl

HCl, or hydrochloric acid, is a strong, corrosive acid commonly used in laboratory and industrial applications, and naturally present in gastric acid to aid in digestion.