Professor Bettes wants to study how stable personality traits are from adolescence into late adulthood.The professor should use a(n)_______ study.

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A longitudinal study involves following the same group of individuals over time to observe changes in behavior or traits. This would be the best choice for studying stability of personality traits from adolescence into late adulthood as it allows for direct comparison of the same individuals at different points in their lives. A cross-sequential design combines elements of a longitudinal and a cross-sectional study, but may not provide as detailed information about the stability of personality traits over time. A natural study does not involve manipulating any variables and an experimental study involves manipulating variables, neither of which would be ideal for studying stability over time.

Professor Bettes Wants to Study How Stable Personality Traits Are