Which of the Following Is a Main Disadvantage of the Cross-Sectional

question 204

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a main disadvantage of the cross-sectional design?

• A) Individuals of different ages are being compared to one another.
• B) It is relatively expensive.
• C) It takes a longer amount of time than a longitudinal study.
• D) Participants may drop out due to moving, loss of interest, or death.

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Definitions:

Linear Regression

A statistical method for modeling the relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables, assuming this relationship to be linear.

Regression Line

A line through a scatter plot of data points that best expresses the relationship between those points.

Best Fit

"Best fit" refers to a line or curve that most closely approximates the data points in a scatter plot, used in linear regression and other modeling techniques to predict outcomes.