Match the term with the correct descriptor.
-Concurrently describes characteristics at one point in time

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Cross-sectional studies examine characteristics at one point in time, making this the best choice for the descriptor "concurrently."

Answer: B
 Descriptive studies aim to describe the characteristics of a population or phenomenon, without analyzing causation or association.

Answer: C
 Analytic studies aim to analyze the relationship between an exposure or risk factor and a health outcome.

Answer: D
 Case-control studies are a type of analytic study that compare individuals with a certain health outcome (cases) to individuals without the health outcome (controls) to identify potential risk factors.

Answer: G
 Prospective studies follow a group of individuals over time to observe and analyze the development of health outcomes.

Answer: H
 Clinical trials are studies that test the effectiveness and safety of new medical treatments or interventions in humans.

Answer: I
 Life-table analysis is a statistical technique used to estimate survival rates and life expectancy.

Answer: J
 Outcome measures are used to measure the effectiveness or success of a medical intervention or treatment.

Match the Term with the Correct Descriptor