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... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > human development > statistics, research methods, and measurement > cross-sectional research

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cross-sectional research  

Definition

  • A method frequently used in developmental research that involves examining individuals of different ages all at the same time. Individuals are tested at a single point in time, and groups are compared at different ages on independent variables, such as intelligence. [Source: The SAGE Glossary of the Social and Behavioral Sciences; Cross-Sectional Research]

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