The Reliability of Quantitative Field Studies Can Be Enhanced by Careful

question 11

Multiple Choice

The reliability of quantitative field studies can be enhanced by careful attention to the details of observation. In a more general sense, reliability will increase as the degree of interpretation required in making actual observations _____. Participant observation or unstructured interviews may require a considerable degree of interpretation on the part of the observer.

• A) decreases
• B) increases
• C) remains the same
• D) stabilizes

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Definitions:

Femoral Artery

A major artery in the thigh that supplies blood to the lower limb.

Popliteal Artery

A vital artery located behind the knee that supplies blood to the lower leg, knee, and thigh.

Internal Carotid Artery

The major artery that supplies blood to the brain, originating from the common carotid artery and running through the neck into the skull.

Ophthalmic Artery

The artery that supplies blood to the eyes and surrounding structures, originating from the internal carotid artery.