A researcher engages in a participant observation study of skateboarders.In order to verify his observations,he asks questions of his informants,checking his perceptions of the situation,and verifying his impressions and conclusions.What is the researcher doing?
A) member test validity
B) reliability testing
C) ensuring generalizability
D) random minimization

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The researcher is using member test validity by checking his perceptions and conclusions with his informants, who are members of the group being observed. This helps to ensure that his observations are accurate and valid. Reliability testing refers to testing the consistency of findings over time and across different researchers, while generalizability refers to the ability to apply findings to other settings or populations. Random minimization is not relevant to this scenario.

A Researcher Engages in a Participant Observation Study of Skateboarders