Which of the Following Is True of Epidemiological Studies

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of epidemiological studies?

• A) They provide valuable information about the causes of disorders
• B) They share many of the same limitations as correlational studies
• C) They are not limited by the third-variable problem
• D) They yield little information about who might be at higher risk for developing a disorder

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Definitions:

Mother

A female parent or primary caregiver of a child.

Father

A male parent or guardian responsible for the raising, care, and support of a child, influencing their psychological and social development.

Phenotype

Observable characteristics of a person.

Observable Characteristics

Traits or features of an individual or object that can be directly seen or measured without the need for inference.