A secular trend is a
A) decrease in religiosity
B) trend in the general population
C) trend that increases and decreases in a regular pattern, such as the seasons
D) time-lag effect

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A secular trend refers to a long-term and sustained trend or pattern in the general population, such as an increase in obesity rates or a decrease in smoking rates. It is not related to religiosity, seasonal patterns, or time-lag effects.

A Secular Trend Is a