Ralph arranges with the manager of a fantasy baseball league to observe and interview members as part of his research.At the baseball "draft," Ralph introduces himself to other members of the fantasy league and they agree to let him observe the draft and allow themselves to be interviewed,although they do not allow him to join the league (as his knowledge of other members' strategies may affect how he manages his fantasy team).His role as a field researcher is that of a ______.
A)note-taker
B)overt observer
C)participant observer
D)complete participant

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Ralph is not fully participating in the league as a member, but rather observing and interviewing the members. Therefore, he is an overt observer, as he has identified himself as a researcher and is openly observing the actions and interactions of the league members.

Ralph Arranges with the Manager of a Fantasy Baseball League