Professor Ahmad Is Interested in Studying the Development of Motor

question 121

Multiple Choice

Professor Ahmad is interested in studying the development of motor skills. He collects data from 200 1-year-olds and follows and assesses them for a period of 5 years. What type of research design is Professor Ahmad using?

• A) cohort design
• B) longitudinal design
• C) behavior genetics design
• D) cross-sectional design

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Definitions:

Reproductive Advantages

Genetic or behavioral traits that increase an organism's likelihood of reproducing and passing its genes to the next generation.

Survival

Pertains to the ability to continue living or existing, often despite facing difficult or life-threatening circumstances.

Ancestors' Genes

Genetic information passed down from forebears, influencing the traits and characteristics of descendants.

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Professionals who apply psychological theories and methods to workplace environments, issues, and behaviors.