There are numerous ways to study nonhuman animals. One method is to observe a group and describe (either by taking notes or speaking into a tape recorder) as completely as possible everything that occurs. Another technique is to "follow" one "focal" animal, describing everything it does. Still another frequently used method involves making observations of a focal animal at precise intervals. Robert Jurmain, et al., Essentials of Physical Anthropology, 5^th edition A) Argument; conclusion: One method is to observe ... everything that occurs. B) Argument; conclusion: Another technique ... describing everything it does. C) Nonargument. D) Argument; conclusion: Still another frequently used method ... precise intervals. E) Argument; conclusion: There are numerous ways to study nonhuman animals.

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The passage is informational, describing different methods for studying nonhuman animals without making an argument or coming to a conclusion.

There Are Numerous Ways to Study Nonhuman Animals