Lincoln wants to learn more about issues related to underage drinking on campus,and arranges for a series of meetings in which the topic will be discussed.Specific categories of individuals (e.g. ,underage vs.of-age,living on vs.off campus,etc. )are invited to the meetings,which are recorded while the individuals discuss questions related to underage drinking.The recordings are later analyzed by trained raters.Lincoln's approach is best described as a(n)____.
A)focus group
B)direct observation
C)unstructured interview
D)case study

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Lincoln's approach involves arranging a series of meetings where specific categories of individuals are invited to discuss the topic of underage drinking on campus. These meetings, also known as focus groups, are recorded and later analyzed by trained raters. Focus groups are a common research method used in social sciences to gather data through group discussion and interaction.

Lincoln Wants to Learn More About Issues Related to Underage