The nursing instructor is illustrating the various types of play. The instructor determines the class is successful when the students correctly choose which example as best representing onlooker play?

Observing without participating

Explanation:

"Onlooker play" is part of Mildred Parten Newhall's stages of play. By observing children who were aged 2-5, Parten was able to come up with six stages of play. These are:

Let's focus on "Onlooker play." This refers to the stage in which children are watching others play without engaging in what they are doing. This is particularly common among "toddlers" because at this stage, they are often hesitant and shy. However, they may ask questions or engage in a conversation about the play.

So, this explains the answer.