What Is One Strength of the Cross-Sectional Design

question 88

Multiple Choice

What is one strength of the cross-sectional design?

• A) It provides evidence about individual trends.
• B) It cannot be threatened by cohort effects.
• C) It is not plagued with dropout or practice effects.
• D) It permits longitudinal comparisons.

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Definitions:

Relational Aggression

A form of aggression in which harm is caused through manipulation or damage to relationships or social status, rather than physical violence.

Social Exclusion

The process or state in which individuals or groups are systematically blocked from rights, opportunities, and resources that are normally available to members of society.

Authoritative

A parenting style characterized by high responsiveness and high demands, fostering independence with guidelines.

Parenting Style

The manner in which parents raise their children, including disciplinary strategies, warmth and nurturance, and communication.