A researcher who studies a fixed group of people over a long period of time is, by definition, using the ________ method

a) lifespan
b) correlational
c) cross-sectional
d) longitudinal


ANS: D, Longitudinal studies gather data from the same participants over an extended period of time.

Psychology

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A prerequisite for creativity seems to be

a. superior intelligence. b. somewhat bizarre or eccentric life styles. c. a greater-than-average range of knowledge and interests. d. a preference for simplicity.

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Which of the following views stages as a useful concept if it is used more flexibly than Piaget did?

a. the core knowledge approach c. theory theorists b. the sociocultural approach d. neo-Piagetian theorists

Psychology

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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