What type of information is collected when observing bike riders at an intersection?

When observing bike riders at an intersection, the type of information collected is classified as public behavior. This is because the intersection is a public space where individuals engage in activities that can be observed by anyone who is present. Public behavior encompasses actions that occur in accessible environments, where individuals do not have a reasonable expectation of privacy.

Observing bike riders at an intersection allows researchers to gather data on their interactions, movements, or compliance with traffic rules without infringing on their privacy rights, as these activities are considered part of the social fabric in a public domain.

In contrast, private behavior would involve activities occurring in settings where individuals expect privacy, such as their homes or private offices. Restricted behavior would suggest a limitation on access or observation, which does not apply in this case, as the intersection is an open and public area. Controlled behavior implies direct oversight or interference by researchers in the setting, which is also not the case when simply observing riders in a naturalistic setting.