In a naturalistic observation,which of the following data-collection techniques would a researcher be least likely to employ?
A) Observation of people and events
B) Talking with key informants
C) Use audio and videotape recordings
D) Record how people respond to environmental settings manipulated by the researcher

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In a naturalistic observation, researchers observe subjects in their natural environment without manipulation or intervention. Option D involves manipulating environmental settings, which contradicts the principle of naturalistic observation where the environment is observed as it is, without any changes made by the researcher.

In a Naturalistic Observation,which of the Following Data-Collection Techniques Would