Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Longitudinal

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best example of a longitudinal research study?

• A)Dr.Ngo studied four groups of children aged six,eight,ten,and twelve to determine how therapy helps children cope with their parents' divorce.
• B)To determine how alcohol affects the retention of information,researchers monitored subjects' ingestion of alcohol while the subjects were learning to play a complicated game.
• C)Dr.Cisneros initially studied a group of recently-divorced 40-year-olds to evaluate their communication skills,and continued to study their interpersonal relationships for 30 years.
• D)In December 2004,researchers surveyed shoppers at local malls to assess peoples' attitudes about retirement and their plans for post-retirement activities.

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Definitions:

Dysfunctional Conflict

Conflict that disrupts the harmony in the organization, detracting from its goals and negatively impacting performance.

Growing Self-Doubt

An increasing feeling of uncertainty about one's capabilities, decisions, or qualities, potentially impacting personal or professional growth.

Low Self-Esteem

A condition characterized by a lack of confidence in one's own worth or abilities.

Unrealistic Optimism

The tendency to overestimate the probability of positive outcomes and underestimate the likelihood of negative events.