The finding that older people are more politically conservative than younger people is an example of:
A) aging effect.
B) cohort effect.
C) period effect.
D) subculture effect.

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This is an example of a cohort effect, as the age group in question (older people) likely has different life experiences and historical events that shaped their political ideologies compared to younger generations. This effect is specific to the generation or cohort in question, rather than being a universal effect of aging or a period of time.

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