A researcher uses a series of interviews and questionnaires to examine rates of alcoholism among Blacks, Whites, Hispanics, and Native Americans. She finds that some
Ethnic groups, such as Native Americans, have much higher rates of alcoholism than
Others. Her study is typical of a(n) _______ study.
A) psychometric
B) naturalistic observation
C) quasi-experimental
D) epidemiological

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The study is examining rates of alcoholism within different ethnic groups, making it an epidemiological study. This type of study looks at the occurrence and distribution of diseases or health-related behaviors within a population.

A Researcher Uses a Series of Interviews and Questionnaires to Examine