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Cross Sectional Studies Flashcards

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What is a cross sectional study?

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One group of participants representing one part of society compared with participants from another group

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Advantages of cross sectional studies

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They are quick, conducted in less than a year

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Disadvantages of cross sectional studies

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Participant variables
Cohort effects, the IQ of a 20 year old may be compared to an 80 year old

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