Alicia wants to understand the impact of peer pressure on adolescent behavior. She goes to a popular mall and observes the activities and interactions of a group of adolescents. Alicia is using
A) self-report measures.
B) naturalistic observation.
C) conditioning.
D) introspection.
E) a double-blind study.

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Alicia is engaging in naturalistic observation by observing the behavior of adolescents in a real-world setting. This method allows for the observation of behavior in a natural context, without interfering with or manipulating the situation, which can provide insight into the impact of peer pressure on adolescent behavior.

Alicia Wants to Understand the Impact of Peer Pressure on Adolescent