A Problem with Cross-Sectional Studies Is That They ________

question 225

Multiple Choice

A problem with cross-sectional studies is that they ________.

• A) don't distinguish age differences from cohort differences
• B) are less trustworthy than either biographical or longitudinal studies
• C) don't distinguish differences among age groups
• D) take longer to run than longitudinal studies

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Definitions:

Discrimination Learning

A type of learning process where an organism learns to respond differently to various stimuli that are not identical.

Discriminative Stimuli

Stimuli that signal the availability of reinforcement or punishment, guiding organisms in making responses that are likely to be rewarded.

Occasion-setting Stimulus

A stimulus that indicates whether a particular behavior will be reinforced or not, acting as a signal or cue for the appropriate response.

Food Preference

The selection of certain foods over others, often influenced by cultural, biological, and individual factors.