Which of the following methods was designed to deal with the disadvantages of both the longitudinal and cross-sectional designs?
A) Life-span sampling
B) Clinical
C) Sequential study
D) Behavior-sampling

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The sequential study method involves combining elements of both longitudinal and cross-sectional designs to help mitigate their respective disadvantages. This approach involves studying groups of people from different age groups over time, allowing researchers to examine both within-group and between-group differences. This method also allows researchers to study age-related changes more efficiently because they can compare participants of different ages at different times.

Which of the Following Methods Was Designed to Deal with the Disadvantages