The goal of nonparticipant observation as a research tool is to __________.
A. fully understand a society's behavior by becoming a part of the group
B. maintain a superior distance in order to judge the society accurately
C. observe events and social interactions in their natural environment
D. effect social change from within the society being studied
Answer: C
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A. occupational expectations. B. occupational reality. C. reality shock. D. career expectations.
Define socialism, and describe its major characteristics
What will be an ideal response?
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Which question is harder to answer using only quantitative data?
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