Research Methods Quiz

Why might researchers prefer observational methods over self-report methods?

• To explore individuals' attitudes.

• To capture actual behavior.

• To increase reporting bias.

• To retell behavior.

What is the main difference between overt and covert observation?

• Overt observation involves hidden researchers, while covert does not.

• In overt observation, participants are aware of being watched; in covert, they are not.

• Covert observation is more ethical than overt observation.

• Overt observation is always more accurate than covert observation.

What is the main ethical issue with covert observation?

• It is too expensive.

• It lacks participant consent.

• It requires too many resources.

• It is too time-consuming.

Which observation method may provide a better understanding of the activity?

• Non-participant observation

• Participant observation

• Survey method

• Archival research

In overt observation, what do participants know?

• They are not being observed.

• They are being observed.

• They are observing others.

• They are in a controlled environment.

How is behavior accuracy described in covert observation?

• Behavior is more natural and genuine.

• Behavior is influenced by observation.

• Behavior is controlled.

• Behavior is artificial.

Which type of observation may raise ethical concerns due to lack of informed consent?

• Overt observation.

• Covert observation.

• Both overt and covert observation.

• Neither overt nor covert observation.

What is a characteristic of narrative observation?

• It is very brief

• It is very rich

• It is very vague

• It is very structured

What does narrative observation require from the researcher?

• Minimal effort

• Full time commitment

• Financial investment

• Technological skills

What is the purpose of narrative observation?

• To analyze data

• To tell a story

• To conduct experiments

• To create surveys