Morris is conducting an experiment for class. He decides that he will inform his participants that they are being observed but will not tell them what exactly he is observing. This is an example of:
A) concealed observation.
B) nonconcealed observation.
C) an analogue study.
D) a deception study.

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Morris is conducting a nonconcealed observation because he informs participants that they are being observed, which is the defining characteristic of this type of study. The key aspect is that participants know they are part of a study, even if they don't know all the details.

Morris Is Conducting an Experiment for Class