Despite Its Convenience, Cross-Sectional Research

question 116

Multiple Choice

Despite its convenience, cross-sectional research

• A) does not provide evidence about individual development.
• B) cannot provide information about age-related trends.
• C) is limited by selective attrition.
• D) is threatened by practice effects.

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Definitions:

Functionalism

A perspective in psychology that focuses on the purpose and adaptive functions of human behavior and mental processes.

Charles Darwin

A 19th-century naturalist best known for his contributions to the science of evolution, proposing that species evolve over time through natural selection.

Psychological Journal

A scholarly publication that features articles and research findings related to the field of psychology and mental health.

G. Stanley Hall

A pioneering American psychologist and educator best known for his work in developmental psychology and educational theory.