Which statement about data collection used in anthropology is true?
a. Participant-observation always is appropriate for cross-cultural research.
b. Methods that work in one culture might not be appropriate for a neighboring culture.
c. Photography is appropriate only in public settings.
d. Structured interviews should always be used early in the fieldwork.
e. A variety of methods ensures that the research data will not contain bias.
ANSWER:
b
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