Which of the following is an advantage of observational methods of data collection?
a. Data are free from distortions or biases.
b. Inferences are based on attitudes and values of the observer.
c. Subjectivity of researcher's observations adds credibility.
d. These directly capture a record of events and behaviors.
ANS: D
Observation allows for direct visualization of behaviors or events.
It is almost impossible to eliminate all distortion or bias with observational methods. Observation allows for direct visualization of behaviors or events.
Although this may be true, it is not an advantage to quality research. Observation allows for direct visualization of behaviors or events.
Subjectivity does not add credibility. Observation allows for direct visualization of behaviors or events.
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