Prospective studies designs are best for providing evidence of which of the following because epidemiologists are usually sure that the cause preceded the occurrence of the disease in this type of study?
A) Consistency
B) Specificity
C) Temporality
D) Plausibility

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Temporality is the ability to determine the order of events in a cause-and-effect relationship. In prospective studies, researchers follow a group of people over time and collect data on their exposures and outcomes. This allows them to determine whether the exposure preceded the outcome, which is essential for establishing causality.

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