Which of the Following Scenarios Best Exemplifies a Longitudinal Study

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies a longitudinal study?

• A)A study on post-recession unemployment rates.
• B)A study on the health effects of the use of pesticides on vegetables before and after use.
• C)A study on the development of babies a month after birth and again at age five.
• D)A study on soil erosion rates during the 2015 Asian monsoon season.

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Definitions:

Low Affiliation

A term indicating a reduced concern or need for forming close or supportive relationships with others.

Need for Achievement

A psychological trait that drives individuals to pursue and meet goals or standards of excellence, often motivating behavior in competitive environments.

Moderately Difficult Goals

Targets set for individuals or teams that are challenging yet achievable with effort, often optimizing motivation and performance.

Alderfer's ERG Theory

A motivational theory that categorizes human needs into three groups: existential, relatedness, and growth needs, suggesting that when higher level needs are frustrated, individuals will revert to lower level needs.