A Researcher Who Selects a Sample of People of Varying

question 49

Multiple Choice

A researcher who selects a sample of people of varying ages and studies them at one point in time is,by definition,using the __________ method.

• A)longitudinal
• B)correlational
• C)cross-sectional
• D)biographical study

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Definitions:

Mental Disorders

Conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, often leading to distress or impairment in daily functioning.

Psychology

The scientific study of the mind and behavior, encompassing various aspects of human experience and including both normal and abnormal behavior.

Medical Prescriptions

Written orders from a licensed healthcare professional that authorize a patient to be provided a medicine or treatment.

Psychiatrists

Medical doctors specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses, capable of prescribing medication.