Which of the following exemplifies an unobtrusive measure?
A) the amount of sweat there is on one's hands
B) self-report verbalizations of anxiety
C) a diary of one's thoughts and feelings
D) a story told in response to a TAT card

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Unobtrusive measures are those that do not require the subject to actively participate or even be aware of the measurement being taken. The amount of sweat on one's hands can be measured without their active participation, making it unobtrusive. Choices B, C, and D involve active participation and self-reporting, which are obtrusive methods.

Which of the Following Exemplifies an Unobtrusive Measure