Which of the following is NOT illustrative of unobtrusive observations?
A)Examining the floor tiles at a museum to determine which exhibits are the most popular
B)Examining the number of beer cans in the university garbage collections to determine beer consumption patterns
C)Examining the wear on the tires of squad cars to determine the extent of police patrols
D)Examining the radio dial settings of cars brought in for oil changes to determine the popularity of radio stations
E)Examining domestic violence by conducting interviews

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Unobtrusive observations involve collecting data without directly interfering or influencing the behavior of the subject being observed. Conducting interviews involves interacting with the subjects and may influence their responses, making it a more intrusive form of data collection. Options A, B, C, and D all involve observing physical objects or indicators without directly interacting with the subjects being observed, making them examples of unobtrusive observations.

Which of the Following Is NOT Illustrative of Unobtrusive Observations