Steve and Naomi are counting the empty whiskey bottles in trash cans to measure the level of whiskey consumption in a town. These researchers are using the ______ method of conducting research.
A) unobtrusive measures
B) survey research
C) participant observation
D) documents research
E) secondary analysis

Question

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Unobtrusive measures involve observing subjects without them being aware that they are being studied, which is the case when counting empty whiskey bottles in trash cans. This method does not interfere with the subjects' behavior.

Steve and Naomi Are Counting the Empty Whiskey Bottles in Trash