Observational Methods Quiz

What is a characteristic of naturalistic observations?

• High control over variables

• Behaviour observed in a controlled environment

• No control over variables

• Manipulation of variables

Which type of observation involves some control over the environment?

• Naturalistic observations

• Controlled observations

• Covert observations

• Participant observations

What is the main feature of covert observations?

• Observing with participants' knowledge

• Observing without participants' knowledge

• Joining the group

• Remaining an outsider

In participant observations, what is the observer's role?

• Remain an outsider

• Join the group

• Control the environment

• Manipulate variables

What is a disadvantage of naturalistic observations?

• High internal validity

• High external validity

• Low internal validity

• Control over variables

Which type of observation has high internal validity?

• Naturalistic observations

• Controlled observations

• Covert observations

• Participant observations

What is a potential ethical issue with covert observations?

• High demand characteristics

• Low demand characteristics

• Ethically questionable

• Increased objectivity

What is a benefit of participant observations?

• Increased internal validity

• Increased external validity

• Less objectivity

• Less insight

What is a characteristic of structured data recording?

• Qualitative data

• Easier to analyze

• Observer bias

• Eye-catching information

What should be avoided in behavioral categories?

• Observable components

• Dustbin category

• Target behaviors

• Structured data