A researcher studies language development by selecting a sample of two-year-old children, a sample of three-year-old children, and a sample of four-year-old children. Each child's language skill is measured and the researcher plans to compare the scores for the three groups. This study is an example of a(n) ____

a. time-series design
b. interrupted time-series design
c. cross-sectional developmental design
d. longitudinal developmental design

c

Psychology

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A) is likely to engage in more community service. B) has not evaluated her beliefs against alternatives. C) is likely to get married at a later age. D) views stressful and confusing events through an unrealistic filter.

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Sue's bones have become brittle, fragile, and thin. Her doctor would be likely to tell her that she has

a) osteoporosis. b) presbyopia. c) cancer. d) arthritis.

Psychology