Which of the Following Is True About Longitudinal Studies

question 214

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about longitudinal studies?

• A) The potential for cohort effects makes them difficult to interpret.
• B) They are generally cheaper than cross-sectional studies.
• C) They typically only take a few weeks to perform.
• D) They are more likely to suffer from attrition than cross-sectional studies.

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