Which research method runs the greatest risk of collecting evidence that may be unrepresentative of what is generally true?

A) naturalistic observation
B) the case study
C) experimentation
D) the survey

Unrepresentative

Describing a sample or subset that does not accurately reflect the characteristics of the larger population from which it's drawn.

Naturalistic Observation

A research method where subjects are observed in their natural environment without any manipulation by the observer.

The Case Study

A research method involving an in-depth investigation of a single individual, group, or event to explore causative factors in complex phenomena.