A criminologist wants to gain an in-depth understanding of the socialization process of a state police academy. Which of the following methods would be the most appropriate method for obtaining such an understanding?
A) using existing sources of official data
B) distributing self-report surveys
C) running an experiment under laboratory conditions
D) engaging in participant observation

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Participant observation allows the criminologist to immerse themselves in the environment and culture of the state police academy, providing an in-depth understanding of the socialization process through firsthand experience and observation.

A Criminologist Wants to Gain an In-Depth Understanding of the Socialization