Answer to Question #122184 in Statistics and Probability for Teressa Ndhlovu

Question

List any Three advantages and three limitations of observation as a method of collecting data

Answer 1

Advantages

1. Simple to collect data.
2. Accurate information is gathered.
3. Does not require the participants to cooperate.

Limitations

1. Some processes are not visible to the eye.
2. The participants may behave differently when the observer is around.
3. The observer may be biased on certain aspects.