Which of the Following Is a Benefit of Longitudinal Research

question 94

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a benefit of longitudinal research?

• A) provides systematic control of stress
• B) costs less than cross-sectional research
• C) allows one to rule out reverse causality
• D) easier to conduct than cross-sectional research

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The portion of net earnings not paid out as dividends, but retained by the company to be reinvested in its core business, or to pay debt.

Plant Expansion

The process of increasing the capacity or capabilities of existing facilities through additional space, equipment, or technology.

Dividend Declarations

A corporate action where a company announces the payment of dividends to its shareholders.

Retained Earnings

The portion of net earnings not paid out as dividends, but retained by the company to be reinvested in its core business or to pay debt.