When the city of St.Louis uses cameras at busy intersections to record the license plates of drivers who run a red light so that it can send them a ticket for a $100 fine in the mail,this is a type of what kind of research design?
A)Focus group
B)Experiment
C)Secondary data
D)Observation
E)Experience survey

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This is an example of observation, as the city is simply observing and recording the behavior of drivers at busy intersections. There is no manipulation of variables or control group involved, which are key components of an experiment. It is also not secondary data, as the city is collecting new and specific data through the cameras. A focus group and experience survey involve gathering opinions or experiences from individuals, which is not applicable in this scenario.

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