A major disadvantage of cross-sectional research is that

A) age-related changes cannot be examined.
B) participants often drop out before the study is over.
C) factors affecting individual development cannot be explored.
D) practice effects often cause biased findings.

C

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a. lack of libido b. endometriosis c. decrease in the quantity and quality of their sperm d. their partner's fertility

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