In order for field research to be successful the researcher must be________________?

Correct answer: C. creative

  • A. tactful
  • B. unobtrusive
  • C. creative
  • D. fluent in several languages
  • E. discreet

Explanation

Field research often involves unpredictable settings, so the researcher must be creative and adapt methods as new situations arise. Fluency in several languages or complete unobtrusiveness may help in some studies but is not universally required.

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