DrPhillips Is Doing Memory and Reaction-Time Studies on a Group

question 29

Multiple Choice

Dr.Phillips is doing memory and reaction-time studies on a group of college graduates,and plans to re-test them when they retire.What is the term for this type of study?

• A) phenomenological experiment
• B) cross-sectional methodology
• C) longitudinal design
• D) test retest validation

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Definitions:

Dehydration

A condition resulting from excessive loss of body water, affecting the body's ability to perform normal functions.

Infectious Disease

Diseases caused by pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi; these diseases can be spread, directly or indirectly, from one person to another.

Pneumonia

An infectious disease affecting the lungs, causing inflammation of the air sacs which can fill with fluid or pus.

Negative-pressure Room

A special hospital room designed to prevent the spread of infections by keeping the air pressure lower than the surrounding areas to contain airborne particles.