Observational research, as a form of descriptive research,
A)focuses on rich narrative description of the phenomenon of interest.
B)involves counting or rating of behavior in as objective a manner as possible.
C)relies on open-ended techniques that can respond to the evolving situation.
D)allows the researcher to gather behavioral data in a relatively quick and easy manner.

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Observational research typically involves counting or rating behavior in an objective manner. This may involve the use of checklists, coding schemes, or other structured means of collecting data. The goal is to obtain quantitative data that can be analyzed statistically to identify patterns or relationships among variables. While observational research may also involve rich narrative descriptions, open-ended techniques, or quick and easy data collection methods, these are not necessarily essential features of this type of research.

Observational Research, as a Form of Descriptive Research