Observational Methods Have an Advantage Over Questionnaires and Interviews in That

question 152

Multiple Choice

Observational methods have an advantage over questionnaires and interviews in that they involve __________.

• A)the reporting of behavior by a close relative of the participant
• B)actual behavior rather than self-reports of behavior
• C)the self-reporting of behavior
• D)less-involved data analysis

Understand the importance and characteristics of full-channel communication.

Recognize the need for consistency in data collection across multiple interviewers in longitudinal studies.

Understand various techniques to facilitate group discussions in research settings.

Recognize the role and effect of dynamics within group discussions.

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