Unwritten, Informal Codes of Conduct That Prescribe How People Should

question 10

Multiple Choice

Unwritten, informal codes of conduct that prescribe how people should act in particular situations and are considered important by most members of a group are known as ________.

• A) norms
• B) goals
• C) values
• D) ideologies
• E) rules

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Definitions:

Objectivity

Objectivity in research or reporting refers to the avoidance of bias, ensuring that conclusions drawn are based solely on factual evidence and observable phenomena.

Scientific Observation

The process of gathering data through the senses or with the help of scientific instruments as part of the empirical research.

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method where the researcher immerses themselves in the study environment, observing and participating in the group's activities.

Naturalistic Observation

Naturalistic observation is a research method in which subjects are observed in their natural environment without any intervention by the researcher.