In the graph below, the vertical axis represents average real GDP growth for 65 countries over the period 1960-1995, and the horizontal axis shows the average trade share within these countries. This is an example of
A)cross-sectional data.
B)experimental data.
C)a time series.
D)longitudinal data.

Question

In the graph below, the vertical axis represents average real GDP growth for 65 countries over the period 1960-1995, and the horizontal axis shows the average trade share within these countries.  This is an example of
A)cross-sectional data. 
B)experimental data. 
C)a time series. 
D)longitudinal data.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The graph shows data from multiple countries at a single point in time (1960-1995), making it cross-sectional data. Experimental data involves manipulating variables and observing the effect, a time series tracks changes over time, and longitudinal data follows a group over time.

In the Graph Below, the Vertical Axis Represents Average Real