Professor Grant Is Interested in Studying the Development of a Sense

question 48

Multiple Choice

Professor Grant is interested in studying the development of a sense of humor. She collects data from groups of 6-year-olds, 16-year-olds, 26-year-olds, and 46-year-olds. What type of research design is Professor Grant using?

• A) cohort design
• B) longitudinal design
• C) behavior genetics design
• D) cross-sectional design

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