What Type of Observation Would Be the Most Appropriate Description

question 16

Multiple Choice

What type of observation would be the most appropriate description from the perspective of a focus group moderator?

• A) participant observation
• B) concealed observation
• C) naturalistic observation
• D) analogue observation

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Definitions:

Distinction

A discrepancy or divergence among alike objects or individuals.

Thorndike's Law

The principle that behaviors followed by favorable consequences become more likely, and behaviors followed by unfavorable consequences become less likely, known as the law of effect.

Effect

Refers to the outcome or impact that results from a particular cause or action.

Positive Reinforcement

A process in behavior reinforcement where a behavior is encouraged by rewarding a desirable outcome.