Which data collection method would be most appropriate in studying bullying behavior in elementary school–aged girls?
a. An unstructured interview
b. Asking parents about their children's experience with bullying
c. Responses of the children on a paper-and-pencil bullying scale
d. Concealment of the researcher without intervention in children's behavior
ANS: D
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A Children may be unable to answer unstructured questions and stay focused on the topic of interest.
B Parents' opinions would not give the best data for children's views on bullying.
C Children may not give accurate responses to such a scale.
D This method is often used in developmental research and allows for observational studies.
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