Scientists Study 200 Adults Who Have Type 2 Diabetes,and 200

question 23

Multiple Choice

Scientists study 200 adults who have type 2 diabetes,and 200 adults who have similar characteristics but do not have the disease.For 18 months,the researchers collect lifestyle information on all the study participants.According to the study's findings,the adults with type 2 diabetes were 25% less physically active than their counterparts who did not have type 2 diabetes.This is an example of a(n) ________ study.

• A)inverse relationship
• B)anecdotal
• C)prospective
• D)case-control

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Definitions:

Projective Test

A type of psychological test in which the subject’s responses to ambiguous or unstructured material are analyzed to uncover underlying attitudes, emotions, or personality traits.

Longitudinal Study

A research method that studies the same participants multiple times over a period of time.

Archival Study

A method of research using existing records or documents to gather data and analyze trends or patterns.

Clinical Interview

A method used in psychology and psychiatry that involves asking questions and engaging in a conversation with a client to assess their mental health status.