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 amount of dust on library books to determine the popularity of books
E)observing what food people order in an exclusive restaurant.

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Observing what food people order in an exclusive restaurant involves direct observation and interaction, which is not indicative of unobtrusive observations. Unobtrusive observations involve observing people without their knowledge or disrupting their behavior in any way. The other options involve indirect observation, which is consistent with unobtrusive observation methods.

Which of the Following Is NOT Illustrative of Unobtrusive Observations