Which of the following would serve as a "snap shot" of a phenomenon at one point in time?
A) panel study
B) cross-sectional study
C) cohort study
D) trend study

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A cross-sectional study observes a population at a single point in time, providing a "snap shot" of a phenomenon at that time. Panel studies and cohort studies observe the same population over time, and trend studies examine changes in a phenomenon over time.

Which of the Following Would Serve as a "Snap Shot