Which research method involves watching behaviors as they occur without intervening or altering the behaviors in any way?
A) case study
B) experiment
C) correlational studies
D) naturalistic observation

Question

Which research method involves watching behaviors as they occur without intervening or altering the behaviors in any way?
A) case study 
B) experiment
C) correlational studies
D) naturalistic observation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Naturalistic observation involves observing behaviors as they naturally occur without any intervention or alteration of the behaviors. The other choices (case study, experiment, and correlational studies) all involve some level of manipulation or alteration of the behaviors being studied.

Which Research Method Involves Watching Behaviors as They Occur Without