When Researchers Use a Cross-Sectional Design, They Typically Find That

question 50

Multiple Choice

When researchers use a cross-sectional design, they typically find that both fluid and crystallized intelligence decline relatively early in life, but they often find that both of these abilities remain stable until much later in life when they use a(n) design.

• A) longitudinal
• B) correlational
• C) experimental
• D) self-report

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Definitions:

WISC-IV

The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-IV, a clinical instrument designed to assess the cognitive ability of children between the ages of 6 and 16.

WAIS-IV

The Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-Fourth Edition, a widely used intelligence test designed to measure adult and adolescent cognitive ability.

Wechsler Tests

A set of standardized tests used to assess the intelligence and cognitive abilities of children and adults, developed by David Wechsler.

WISC-IV

The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fourth Edition, a comprehensive cognitive assessment tool for children.