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What is a benefit of overt observation?
What is a benefit of overt observation?
- It allows researchers to access groups that would not normally participate.
- It reduces researcher bias.
- It is less time-consuming than covert observation.
- It avoids ethical issues related to informed consent. (correct)
What is a major drawback of covert observation?
What is a major drawback of covert observation?
- It raises ethical issues due to lack of informed consent. (correct)
- It is less reliable than overt observation.
- It is difficult to access lesser-known social groups.
- It is more time-consuming than overt observation.
What is an advantage of observational data collection?
What is an advantage of observational data collection?
- It provides more objective measurements than self-reported metrics.
- It is more suitable for situations where nonverbal communication is not important.
- It reduces researcher bias.
- It is less hypothetical than other data collection methods. (correct)
What is a limitation of observational research?
What is a limitation of observational research?
Why might researchers choose to use covert observation?
Why might researchers choose to use covert observation?
What is a disadvantage of overt observation?
What is a disadvantage of overt observation?
What is the primary advantage of using an experimental research design?
What is the primary advantage of using an experimental research design?
Which of the following is a limitation of observational research?
Which of the following is a limitation of observational research?
What is the primary purpose of data validation in quantitative data analysis?
What is the primary purpose of data validation in quantitative data analysis?
Which of the following research designs is most suitable for testing causal relationships between variables?
Which of the following research designs is most suitable for testing causal relationships between variables?
What is the primary advantage of using a control group in an experimental research design?
What is the primary advantage of using a control group in an experimental research design?
What is the purpose of screening in the data validation process?
What is the purpose of screening in the data validation process?
What is a potential limitation of using open-ended questions in survey design?
What is a potential limitation of using open-ended questions in survey design?
What is a strength of observation in research?
What is a strength of observation in research?
Why may participants' behavior change during observation?
Why may participants' behavior change during observation?
What is a potential drawback of using survey design in research?
What is a potential drawback of using survey design in research?
What is a limitation of observation in terms of data collection?
What is a limitation of observation in terms of data collection?
What is a potential issue with the researcher's role in observation?
What is a potential issue with the researcher's role in observation?
