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What is one important data collection tool utilized by social anthropologists during fieldwork?
What is one important data collection tool utilized by social anthropologists during fieldwork?
Participation and observation
How does participation in local cultural activities benefit the social anthropologist during fieldwork?
How does participation in local cultural activities benefit the social anthropologist during fieldwork?
It helps the investigator be perceived as a friend of the community, facilitating openness and explanation of cultural aspects.
Why is it important for social anthropologists to live within the community during fieldwork?
Why is it important for social anthropologists to live within the community during fieldwork?
To effectively utilize observation methods and gain a deep understanding of the culture.
What is closed and sustained observation used for by social anthropologists?
What is closed and sustained observation used for by social anthropologists?
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What role does observation play in social anthropology fieldwork?
What role does observation play in social anthropology fieldwork?
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How do research hypotheses evolve during fieldwork according to the text?
How do research hypotheses evolve during fieldwork according to the text?
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Why is it inappropriate for social anthropologists to stay in a comfortable hotel during fieldwork?
Why is it inappropriate for social anthropologists to stay in a comfortable hotel during fieldwork?
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How does sustained observation contribute to social anthropological research?
How does sustained observation contribute to social anthropological research?
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What is the significance of participation in local cultural activities during fieldwork?
What is the significance of participation in local cultural activities during fieldwork?
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Why is understanding the 'mending' of cultural practices important for social anthropologists?
Why is understanding the 'mending' of cultural practices important for social anthropologists?
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