A researcher decides to investigate whether there are any significant changes in IQ scores from early adulthood through late adulthood. The researcher begins with a sample of 21-year-olds and plans to follow this group until they are 80-years-old

The type of research design is
a. cross-sectional. b. longitudinal.
c. time-lag. d. sequential.


ANSWER: b

Sociology

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they are more likely to have a homosexual experience or to envision that they could have one in the future. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The _________ is an individual's thoughts regarding her/his personality and social roles

a. I b. me c. self d. self-concept

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Which of the following is a major component of the Obama administration's strategy to control health care costs?

a. encouraging people to go to the doctor only for serious injuries and illnesses b. preventative medicine c. making better use of emergency rooms d. lowering the barriers to medical training

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When selecting media to supplement teaching, an FLE should do all of the following EXCEPT ______.

a. only use those provided in the curriculum if available. b. introduce the clip. c. consider the reliability of the source. d. create a broad library of media resources.

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