When Observers See What They Expect to See or Record

question 536

Short Answer

When observers see what they expect to see or record only selected details, they are exhibiting a problem in naturalistic observation known as the __________.

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Definitions:

China

A country in East Asia, known for being the world's most populous nation and having a rich history, diverse culture, and significant economic influence globally.

Sub-Saharan Africa

The region of Africa located south of the Sahara Desert, characterized by diverse cultures, languages, and histories.

Dependency Theory

Views economic underdevelopment as the result of exploitative relations between rich and poor countries.

Modernization Theory

Holds that economic underdevelopment results from poor countries lacking Western attributes, including Western values, business practices, levels of investment capital, and stable governments.