A Researcher Collects Data on the Same Group of Children

question 23

Multiple Choice

A researcher collects data on the same group of children at age 5 and age 15. This is an example of which research design?

• A) cross-sectional
• B) true experiment
• C) longitudinal
• D) random

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Definitions:

Physiological Arousal

The physical state of heightened alertness and readiness, often resulting from stress, excitement, or nervousness, characterized by increased heart rate, sweating, or rapid breathing.

Covert Self-Statements

Internal dialogues or thoughts that individuals have with themselves, often influencing behavior and emotional states.

Direct-Action Coping

Strategies aimed at confronting and directly managing or solving a problem or stressor.

Cognitive Skills

Mental abilities and processes related to knowledge, reasoning, problem solving, decision making, and memory.