A researcher wanted to observe a group but was afraid that his or her presence would cause group members to question and rethink their decisions. The researcher decided to join the group and observe members without their knowledge. This is known as a(n) ___ observational method.

  a.  structured
  b.  layered
  c.  covert
  d.  survey
  e.  overt


  c.  covert

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