In a naturalistic observation, a researcher would be most likely to do which of the following?
A)conduct an in-depth study of a single subject receiving an experimental treatment
B)observe participants as they behave normally in the laboratory
C)observe and systematically record behavior in a participant's natural state or habitat
D)manipulate one variable of interest to see if it has an impact on a second variable of interest.

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Naturalistic observation involves observing and recording behavior in its natural environment, without manipulation or control over the situation, to ensure that the behavior observed is as genuine as possible.

In a Naturalistic Observation, a Researcher Would Be Most Likely