A sequential design __________.
A) does not address diversity in developmental outcomes
B) permits researchers to check if cohort effects are operating
C) is less efficient than a longitudinal design
D) makes cross-sectional, but not longitudinal, comparisons

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Sequential designs involve comparing cohorts of different age groups over time, allowing for the examination of cohort effects. This is not possible in a longitudinal design. Option A is incorrect as sequential designs can address diversity in developmental outcomes. Option C is incorrect as sequential designs are often more efficient than longitudinal designs. Option D is incorrect as cross-sectional and longitudinal comparisons can both be made in a sequential design.

A Sequential Design __________