Sometimes observers in naturalistic observation see what they expect to see even when it isn't occurring. This problem is called
A)observer bias.
B)pro-social interaction effect.
C)observer effect.
D)halo effect.

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Observer bias occurs when researchers' expectations influence their interpretation of the subjects' behaviors or the outcome of the study, leading them to see what they expect to see rather than what is actually happening.

Sometimes Observers in Naturalistic Observation See What They Expect to See