Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of a Cross-Sectional

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic of a cross-sectional study?

• A) the study is conducted at one point in time
• B) cross-sectional studies for explanatory or evaluation purposes have an inherent flaw
• C) the study assesses changes that take place in a specific sample over time
• D) it allows a large population to be examined at a specific point in time

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Definitions:

Unemployment

The situation where individuals who are capable of working and are actively seeking work are unable to find employment.

Inflation

The velocity at which the broad price tags for products and services surge, weakening the power to purchase.

Cyclical Unemployment

Unemployment that results from economic downturns or recessions, reflecting a lack of demand for goods and services.

Steel Industry

A sector of the economy that produces steel, a key material used in construction, transportation, and manufacturing.