On the average, young adults today know more about computers than do their parents, who know more than the grandparents. This difference is probably an example of

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The difference in computer knowledge between younger and older generations is likely due to a cohort effect, which refers to differences that are due to the historical and social context in which individuals grew up. Younger generations grew up in a time when computers were becoming more prevalent and were likely exposed to them at a younger age, whereas older generations may not have had that same exposure or access. Demand characteristics, experimenter bias, and selective attrition are all explanations for differences in study outcomes, but are not relevant to this specific example.

On the Average, Young Adults Today Know More About Computers