If a sociologist wants to know how students feel about the cost of living in residence halls, the most appropriate research method to use would be

A) an experiment.
B) a survey.
C) observation.
D) searching university records.

Research Method

A systematic process used for collecting and analyzing information to increase our understanding of a topic or issue.

Survey

A research method used to collect data from a predefined group of respondents by asking questions and analyzing their responses.

Cost of Living

The total amount of money needed to cover basic expenses such as housing, food, taxes, and healthcare in a specific place and time.