How does a birth cohort differ from a generation?

a. Birth cohorts are those born in the same 10-year period; generations are those born in a 20-year period.
b. Birth cohorts are those born in the same year; generations are born in a 20-year period.
c. Birth cohorts must have shared a common experience. Generations do not have to have the common experience.
d. Birth cohorts do have to share a common experience. Generations do have to share common experience.


Answer: B

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