Participant observation:
A) is exclusively used by anthropologists
B) requires the researcher to disguise his or her identity
C) involves experimental controls
D) may compromise the objectivity of the researcher

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Participant observation involves the researcher immersing themselves in the group being studied, which may compromise their objectivity as they become more subjective to the group's values and beliefs. This is a potential limitation of this research method. Additionally, participant observation is not exclusively used by anthropologists and does not require the researcher to disguise their identity. Experimental controls are not typically a part of participant observation.

Participant Observation