The Main Advantage of Contrived Observation (Compared with Other Types

question 56

Multiple Choice

The main advantage of contrived observation (compared with other types of observational research) is

• A)you can be more confident that the observed behaviors are natural.
• B)there is less concern that the researcher is influencing the behaviors being observed.
• C) it is more efficient because you do not have to wait for specific behaviors to occur.
• D)it is less likely that the researcher will impose subjective interpretations on the data.

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