In the training of observers, it is desirable to
A) show video recordings of events similar to those that will be observed during actual data collection.
B) avoid the use of video recordings, because they do not provide the context needed for reliable observation.
C) train each observer independently so that the observers do not bias one another.
D) allow the observers to develop their own rules for resolving disagreements in recording events.

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Using video recordings of events similar to those that will be observed during actual data collection helps standardize training, ensuring that all observers have a consistent understanding of what to look for and how to record it.

In the Training of Observers, It Is Desirable to