One disadvantage of cross-sectional studies is that the differences between ages may be due to __________________, and not developmental factors
FIll in the blank with correct word.
Answer: cohort effects
Rationale: One major issue to consider in cross-sectional designs is the potential for cohort effects, which are consequences of being born in a particular year or narrow range of years.
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After Olga's last final examination, she began experiencing auditory hallucinations and told her friends about her plans to reunite all missing children from around the world with their parents. Olga's friends were relieved two weeks later when Olga reported that she was not hearing any voices an did not have any plans for reuniting missing children. Olga most likely experienced.
a. an undiagnosable event b. a schizophreniform disorder c. a brief psychotic disorder d. a shared psychotic disorder
Which factor has the biggest impact on whether or not there will be a primacy or regency effect in persuasion?
a. time b. source credibility c. source likeability d. number of sides presented