Question

When the observer is not a part of observation, it is called

• A. Participant observation
• B. Interview
• C. Non-participant observation
• D. None of these \textbf{Correct Answer:} (C) Non-participant observation

Hint:

“Inside” = participant; “outside looking in” = non-participant.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Clarify designs.
• Participant observation: researcher {joins} the group/activity.
• Non-participant observation: researcher stays external; records behavior without participating—often reduces role-conflict but may heighten reactivity if conspicuous.
Step 2: Distinguish from interviews. Interview is an elicitation method (not pure observation).
Step 3: Conclude. $$ \boxed{\text{Option C}} $$