To compare the TV-viewing habits of 4th-, 6th-, and 8th- graders, Susan asks students from each grade to list their three favorite TV programs. This research design is an example of _____.

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This is an example of cross-sectional research because data is collected at one point in time from different groups (4th-, 6th-, and 8th-graders). Longitudinal research involves collecting data from the same group over an extended period of time, sequential research involves a combination of cross-sectional and longitudinal research, and cross-cultural research involves comparing different cultures or societies.

To Compare the TV-Viewing Habits of 4th-, 6th-, and 8th-