A Study in Which Investigators Follow the Same People Over

question 40

Multiple Choice

A study in which investigators follow the same people over a period of time (often years) , observing them repeatedly is:

• A)a cross-sectional design
• B)time sampling
• C)a quantitative study
• D)a longitudinal design

Recognize the importance of identifying the target population in research.

Understand the concept of reflexivity and its impact on research outcomes.

Learn strategies to increase sample size and maintain representativeness in qualitative research.

Learn about various qualitative research methods including participant observation, autoethnography, and interviews.

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Definitions:

Sense of Self

The perception or awareness one has of themselves as a separate, distinct individual, including their traits, beliefs, and feelings.

Social Organization

The patterned network of relationships constituting a coherent society or segment of society.

Distribution of Wealth

The manner in which wealth is allocated among individuals in a society, often a focus of economic and social policy analysis.

Americans

Citizens or natives of the United States of America.