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QWhat is the term for a study that follows a group of participants over an extended period to observe changes or trends?

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  • A Longitudinal study ✔ ✖
  • B Cross-sectional study ✔ ✖
  • C Retrospective study ✔ ✖
  • D Prospective study ✔ ✖
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A longitudinal study is a study that follows a group of participants over an extended period to observe changes or trends. Researchers collect data at multiple time points, which allows for the examination of developmental trajectories, the identification of patterns, and the analysis of cause-and-effect relationships over time.

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