(Conceptual-19)

question 43

Multiple Choice

(conceptual-19) . Some cross-sectional studies do not use age groups. Instead, they use stages in life. Which cross-sectional study would be the most suitable using stages in life?

• A) comparing young couples without children to couples who have already had their first child to see the effects of parenthood on marriage
• B) comparing answers to survey questions from men and women aged 35-44 years old
• C) comparing a freshman and senior high school student grade point average and athletic ability
• D) comparing twins' personality inventories every five years

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