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An observation in which participants do not know that they are being watched. Usually high in validity.

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What is covert observation?

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What does covert observation mean in psychology?

Covert observation in psychology refers to the practice of gathering data on behavior without the knowledge or consent of the individuals being observed. It typically involves observing subjects in a natural setting without their awareness. This method is used to study behavior in a more authentic context, without the risk of altering it through the knowledge of being observed.


What is cover and overt behavior?

Covert behavior is when somebody does something without others knowing (for example, covert observation is when you observe somebody without them knowing) and overt behavior is the opposite.


What does mean by covert operation?

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What are the advantages of naturalistic observation in psychology?

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Did the special boat service ever service in northern Ireland during the 1960's and 1970's?

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What does observation mean in statistics?

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Mean of 25 observation is 36 but mean of first 13 observation is 32 and mean of last 13 observation is 40 find 13nth observation?

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Does a set of values mean the same as an observation?

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