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

question 172

Multiple Choice

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

• A)It does not assess changes over time in one person or group of people.
• 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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