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What is the primary focus of longitudinal research?
What is the primary focus of longitudinal research?
- Collating data on a single time point
- Conducting experiments in controlled environments
- Manipulating variables
- Analyzing change over a meaningful time (correct)
Which field is likely to use field experiments?
Which field is likely to use field experiments?
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Epidemiology (correct)
- Astronomy
What makes longitudinal research different from cross-sectional studies?
What makes longitudinal research different from cross-sectional studies?
- It tracks change over time in the same subjects (correct)
- It focuses on a single time point
- It is conducted in a lab setting
- It involves manipulating variables
Why is it important to conduct longitudinal studies in medical disciplines?
Why is it important to conduct longitudinal studies in medical disciplines?
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What factor influences the length of a longitudinal study?
What factor influences the length of a longitudinal study?
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In which field is longitudinal research NOT commonly used?
In which field is longitudinal research NOT commonly used?
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What is a key characteristic of field experiments?
What is a key characteristic of field experiments?
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What role do surveys play in longitudinal research?
What role do surveys play in longitudinal research?
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What is a key consideration when sending surveys in a longitudinal study?
What is a key consideration when sending surveys in a longitudinal study?
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Why is manipulation of variables avoided in longitudinal research?
Why is manipulation of variables avoided in longitudinal research?
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