A Large, Multi-Country Study Is Conducted to Determine the Effect

question 30

Multiple Choice

A large, multi-country study is conducted to determine the effect of economic development on cancer incidence and mortality.  The study uses data obtained from the national cancer registries, along with information regarding per capita gross domestic product as reported by the International Monetary Fund and life expectancy as reported by the World Health Organization.  Which of the following best describes the design of this study?

• A)Case-control study
• B)Cohort study
• C)Cross-sectional survey
• D)Ecological study
• E)Nested case-control study
• F)Qualitative study
• G)Randomized controlled trial
• H)Systematic review

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Definitions:

Bounded Rationality

A concept suggesting that decision-making is limited by the information available, cognitive limitations of the mind, and time constraints.

Representative

An individual who acts on behalf of another person or group, often in a decision-making or advocacy role.

Complete Rationality

The theoretical concept of making decisions based on all available information and in a fully logical manner, often contrasted with real-world limitations.

Instrumental Rationality

Decision-making based on strategic calculation of the most efficient means to achieve a specific goal, without considering ethical implications.