One limitation of observation as a data collection technique is that observation is:
a. controlled.
b. inflexible.
c. structured.
d. subjective.
ANS: D
Observation tends to be more subjective than other types of measurement, and this is often considered less credible.
It is quite difficult to control observational methods, although it is a goal. Observation tends to be more subjective than other types of measurement, and this is often considered less credible.
Observation allows for some flexibility in data collection. Observation tends to be more subjective than other types of measurement, and this is often considered less credible.
Observation tends to be unstructured and more subjective than other types of measurement, and this is often considered less credible.
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