Asked by Emely Pineda on Jul 24, 2024

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William Foote Whyte's "Street Corner Society" is an example of which method of research?

A) Survey
B) Interview
C) Experiment
D) Participant observation

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method where researchers immerse themselves in a group or social setting in order to observe behaviors and interactions from within.

Street Corner Society

A term used to describe the social structure and dynamics of people in urban neighborhood communities, often focusing on informal groupings.

William Foote Whyte

An American sociologist best known for his work in urban ethnography and studies of social organization.

  • Determine the pros and cons associated with different strategies for data acquisition, including participant observation and experimentation.
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somaya jannat

Jul 25, 2024

Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
"Street Corner Society" is an example of participant observation, as Whyte immersed himself in the social world of the Italian Americans he was studying, observing and participating in their daily activities and conversations.