Participant Observation as a Data Gathering Strategy

question 12

Multiple Choice

Participant observation as a data gathering strategy:

• A) usually represents a commitment to a more quantitative research orientation
• B) may pose potential ethical hazards
• C) usually involves minimum contact with subjects
• D) requires that the researcher perform all of the activities of the group being studied

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Definitions:

Production Planner

A professional responsible for determining the schedule and workflow of manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production.

Chase Strategy

A business approach where production meets the exact demand without holding excess inventory, adjusting output as needed.

Production Rate

The speed at which goods are manufactured or processed in a given amount of time, often measured in units per hour or per day.

Machine Capacity

The maximum amount of work that a machine or plant can produce in a given period, usually measured in units of output.