In which case can you be certain your data is naturally occurring?
A) If the recorded situation was induced in its natural surroundings
B) If the recorded situation followed pre-set guidelines of natural data collection
C) If the recorded situation has been induced in a laboratory under natural conditions
D) If the recorded situation would have taken place without your research

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The only scenario where data can be considered naturally occurring is when the situation would have happened regardless of the presence of research activities. This means the data is not influenced by the research process itself, ensuring its natural occurrence.

In Which Case Can You Be Certain Your Data Is