Which research method involves watching behaviors as they occur without intervening or altering the behaviors in any way?

A) case study
B) experiment
C) correlational studies
D) naturalistic observation

Naturalistic Observation

The practice of observing subjects in their natural environments without any manipulation by the observer.

Correlational Studies

Research methods that explore the relationship between two or more variables to determine if a statistically significant association exists, without assuming causality.

Experiment

A scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact, typically involving the manipulation of variables under controlled conditions.