Researchers learned a great deal about memory by studying a man named H.M., who had part of his hippocampus removed in order to alleviate seizures. This research is best characterized as a(n)
A) experiment.
B) participant observation.
C) case study.
D) grounded theory research study.

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H.M.'s situation was unique and provided in-depth insights into memory, making it a case study.

Researchers Learned a Great Deal About Memory by Studying a Man