If you wanted to understand the rationalizations and motives that criminals use to understand the meaning and consequences of their actions,which method would you use?

A) observation
B) participant observation
C) statistical analysis
D) surveying
E) experimentation

Participant Observation

A qualitative research method in sociology where the researcher immerses themselves in a group or community to observe and participate in their activities, in order to better understand their behaviors, beliefs, and interactions.

Rationalizations

The process of attempting to logically justify behaviors or attitudes with plausible but not always genuine reasons.

Criminals

Individuals who have committed actions that violate laws and are therefore subject to legal penalties.