Which of the following statements is false?

a. Longitudinal studies are relatively simple to conduct.
b. Cross-sectional studies collect data of different groups of people at the same time.
c. A benefit of longitudinal studies is that researchers can collect data on the same people over time.
d. Cross-sectional studies cannot separate the effects of age and generation.


Answer: A

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