One strength of cross-sectional research is that
A) findings and conclusions are not threatened by cohort effects.
B) researchers need not be concerned with participant dropout or practice effects.
C) it permits study of relationships between early and later events and behaviors.
D) it permits study of individual developmental trends.
B
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a. ?Leptin levels will increase and the sympathetic nervous system will be activated. b. ?Leptin levels will decrease and the sympathetic nervous system will be activated. c. ?Leptin levels will increase and the parasympathetic nervous system will be activated. d. ?Leptin levels will decrease and the parasympathetic nervous system will be activated.
Neurotransmitters are important because they a. allow neurons to send signals to other neurons. b. maintain the oxygenation of the brain
c. connect and insulate neurons. d. allow the brain to maintain its structural integrity.
Consider the different forms of psychological abuse shown in the "power and control" wheels of this section. Which two forms of abuse do you think would be the most damaging to a typical victim and why?
What will be an ideal response?
Ms. Harper's classroom environment is based on Piaget's theory of cognitive development. Ms. Harper's program probably emphasizes
A) joint problem solving with older children or adults. B) reinforcing children with tokens that they may exchange for treats. C) formal mathematics and language drills. D) discovery learning and direct contact with the environment.