QUESTION 10Which statement below does not accurately define the research variables of "age" and "cohort"? Age is usually seen as something that is "inherent" or part of the individual, while Cohort refers to a group with some shared social experiences. Age refers to chronological age, but Cohort does not take year of birth or number of years lived into consideration. Both Age and Cohort are often "categorical" variables in research studies where individuals will be divided into two groups based on pre-determined differences. The effects of Age and Cohort are typically "confounded" (or hard to distinguish or separate) in cross-sectional studies.

Age and cohort are certain variables that are considered whilst conducting research in psychology.…

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Chapter1: The Science Of Psychology

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1TY

Which statement below does not accurately define the research variables of "age" and "cohort"?

		Age is usually seen as something that is "inherent" or part of the individual, while Cohort refers to a group with some shared social experiences.
		Age refers to chronological age, but Cohort does not take year of birth or number of years lived into consideration.
		Both Age and Cohort are often "categorical" variables in research studies where individuals will be divided into two groups based on pre-determined differences.
		The effects of Age and Cohort are typically "confounded" (or hard to distinguish or separate) in cross-sectional studies.