If I Want to Know Whether Successive Cohorts Show the Same

question 9

Multiple Choice

If I want to know whether successive cohorts show the same pattern of decline in frequency of close friendships in their 30s, which research design should I use?

• A) time-lag
• B) sequential
• C) longitudinal
• D) cross-sectional

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Cognitive Mapping

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Concept Formation

The mental process of categorizing information into meaningful groups or concepts, allowing for easier understanding and recall.

Conceptualization

The process of developing clear, rigorous, systematic ideas or theories about an aspect of the world or a study subject.

Syllogism

A form of logical reasoning where a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises).