A Researcher Is Interested in How Self-Esteem Varies Across the Lifespan

question 15

Multiple Choice

A researcher is interested in how self-esteem varies across the lifespan and decides to conduct a survey comparing people of different ages to address this issue. He recruits participants to be in one of four different age groups: 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, and 50 to 59. He has them complete a self-esteem survey, and then analyzes the data to see whether any patterns emerge. This study would be considered an example of a:

• A) longitudinal design.
• B) sequential design.
• C) double-blind design.
• D) cross-sectional design.

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Definitions:

Self-Assertion

The practice of confidently and respectfully expressing one's thoughts, feelings, and needs.

Stereotyping

Assigning generalized and oversimplified beliefs or characteristics to individuals or groups based on their membership in a particular category.

Cultural Group

A community of people who share common cultural, linguistic, or ancestral heritage.

Individual Behavior

The actions, reactions, or mannerisms exhibited by a single person.