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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is an observation?
A
A) finding qualitative data
B
B) finding quantitative data
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C) both A & B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What is an observation? A way to gather data by watching people, events, or noting physical characteristics in their natural setting. Observations can be overt (subjects know they are being observed) or covert (do not know they are being watched). Participant Observation.

Detailed explanation-2: -What are the 4 types of observation in sociology? The 4 main types of observation in sociology are participant observation, non-participant observation, covert observation, and overt observation.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are two types of observations: qualitative and quantitative. Scientists gather information by making both qualitative and quantitative observations. Qualitative observations yield descriptive, nonnumerical results. Quantitative observations yield meaningful, numerical results.

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