Which of the following would be an example of a retrospective approach to longitudinal studies?
A) asking how many victims of childhood abuse later abuse their own children
B) asking how many child abuse victims' parents were also abuse victims
C) asking how many offenders incarcerated in the state of New York have high school degrees
D) none of the above is an example of a retrospective approach

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A retrospective approach involves looking back at past events or conditions. Option B examines the past experiences of the parents of child abuse victims, fitting the retrospective approach.

Which of the Following Would Be an Example of a Retrospective