Which of the following is a main disadvantage of the cross-sectional design?

A. It does not assess changes over time in one person or group of people.
B. It is relatively expensive.
C. It takes longer than a longitudinal study.
D. Participants may drop out due to moving, loss of interest, or death.


Answer: A

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