Which of the Following Is an Example of a Longitudinal

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a longitudinal design in a descriptive research project?

• A)surveys involving 600 mall intercepts in six major cities to determine the likes and dislikes of health food
• B)a variety of promotional offers displayed in stores, with each group of respondents seeing only one offer and the resulting brand sales would be monitored.
• C)a panel that consists of households that provide purchasing information at specified intervals over an extended period
• D)a cross-sectional study of the elderly held once at the end of the fiscal year
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Status Position

The rank or standing of an individual or group within a societal or organizational hierarchy.

Group Cohesion

A property of a group, specifically the degree to which members of a group desire to remain in that group and resist leaving it. A highly cohesive group will maintain a firm hold over its members’ time, energy, loyalty, and commitment.

Task Cohesion

Task cohesion refers to the level of unity and commitment among members of a group or team towards achieving a common goal.

Social Cohesion

The bonds or "glue" that bring people together in society, fostering a sense of belonging and mutual support.