A naturalistic observation would be the most appropriate method to investigate which of these topics?
A) the math skills of students in Japan as compared to those of Canadian students
B) physiological changes that occur when people watch violent movies
C) the ways in which the games of boys differ from the games of girls
D) the development of a male baby raised as a female after a surgical error destroyed his penis

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Naturalistic observation involves observing and recording behavior in natural settings without any intervention or manipulation. Observing the ways in which boys and girls play would be best investigated through naturalistic observation because it allows for the researcher to record behavior as it naturally occurs, without any interference from the researcher. The other topics might require experimental manipulation or data collection through surveys or tests, which are not part of naturalistic observation.

A Naturalistic Observation Would Be the Most Appropriate Method to Investigate