Which Statement Best Describes One of the Major Challenges to Cross-Sectional

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes one of the major challenges to cross-sectional research?

• A) It is hampered by cost unlike any other form of research.
• B) It takes more time than all other types of research.
• C) There are societal changes that mean groups are not easily compared.
• D) It has too many ethical problems to be considered an effective research method.

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Definitions:

Critical Self-appraisal

The process of rigorously examining, questioning, and evaluating one's own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Self-esteem

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Decline in Egocentrism

A developmental process where individuals gradually become more aware of other perspectives and viewpoints aside from their own.

Piaget

A Swiss psychologist famous for his pioneering work in child development, particularly his theory of cognitive development that describes how children construct a mental model of the world.