Which of the following is an advantage of longitudinal studies?

A. They can detect patterns of change, such as the onset of negativism.
B. The data they provide allow researchers to determine cause and effect.
C. Researchers only need to obtain data from the same participants at one point in time.
D. They are quicker to carry out than cross-sectional studies.


Answer: A

Psychology

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