Question

Alicia is conducting a study on consumer behavior. The study requires her to note the number of people who shop at a particular grocery store at a particular time during a weekday. She also needs to pay attention to their preferred brands of choice, the arrangement of items at the store, and the customer service they receive. She needs to conduct the study without interacting with the customers so that she does not influence their behavior and choices. In this scenario, the study conducted by Alicia is an example of a(n) _____ study.​

Answer 1

Answer:

the correct answer is YES ignore her above answer

Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:

Observational Study

Explanation:

Observational studies are research types where the Researcher observes behavioral patterns and activity without intruding or trying to influence the variables or subject matter.

It is very common technique used by Social Scientists and quite familiar with researchers in medical research.. They are usually descriptive in nature and are very useful where real practical information is needed.