Observing behavior as it happens in real-life natural settings without imposing laboratory controls is known as the __________

A) naturalistic observation method.
B) experimental method.
C) survey method.
D) psychometric approach.

The naturalistic observation method involves observing behavior as it unfolds in natural settings without any interference or manipulation of variables. This method allows researchers to study behavior in a more authentic and realistic context, rather than in a laboratory setting where controls and artificial stimuli may impact behavior. The other options listed (experimental method, survey method, psychometric approach) do not involve direct observation of behavior in natural settings without laboratory controls.