A researcher who wants to examine both age and cohort differences is advised to use a _____ design.
A) cross-sectional
B) cross-sequential
C) longitudinal
D) quasi-experimental

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A cross-sequential design is the best choice for examining both age and cohort differences because it combines elements of both cross-sectional (looking at different age groups at one time) and longitudinal (following the same group of individuals over time) designs. By including multiple age groups and following them over time, the researcher can differentiate between age and cohort effects.

A Researcher Who Wants to Examine Both Age and Cohort