In a Longitudinal Study That Followed 587 White and Latina

question 38

Multiple Choice

In a longitudinal study that followed 587 White and Latina girls from the ages of 13 to 18, Impett et al. (2011) found that during the high school years, ________.

• A) the interest in getting cosmetic surgery increased
• B) self-esteem dropped
• C) depressive symptoms increased
• D) body objectification dropped

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Definitions:

Target Variable

In data analysis and modeling, the specific outcome or response that the model is designed to predict.

Causal Variable

A variable that is presumed to cause or determine the outcome of interest in a research study.

Quantitative Model

A quantitative model uses mathematical equations and numerical data to represent a situation or problem, enabling objective analysis and predictions.

Qualitative Model

A model that relies on non-numeric data, such as expert opinion or case studies, to analyze and predict outcomes or behaviors.