Which of the following is NOT an example of participant observation?
A) administering interviews according to an interview schedule over the phone
B) helping out at harvest time
C) dancing at a ceremony
D) buying a shroud for a village ancestor
E) engaging in informal chit-chat

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Administering interviews over the phone is not an example of participant observation because the researcher is not physically present with the participants during the course of the study. Participant observation involves the researcher immersing themselves in the community or group being studied and observing/interacting with them firsthand. Choices B through E all involve direct participation and observation.

Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of Participant