Which of the Following Is True of Cross-Sectional Research

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of cross-sectional research?

• A) It traces the behavior of one or more participants as they age.
• B) It does not provide information about the differences in development between different age groups.
• C) It compares people of different ages at the same point in time.
• D) It assesses change in behavior over time.

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Definitions:

Stereotyping

The process of assigning traits to people based on their membership in a social group, often leading to overgeneralizations.

Prejudice

Preconceived opinion or bias against an individual or group without sufficient knowledge, thought, or reason.

Stereotyping

The act of assigning identical characteristics to any person in a group regardless of the actual diversity among members of that group.

Ingroup Members

Individuals who belong to and identify with a particular group or category, often leading to preferential treatment of these individuals over those not in the group (outgroup members).