Important ? about type of data set

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Important ? about type of data set
Message posted by Darci on January 30, 2000 at 12:00 AM (ET)

I am confused about 2 types of data sets.. I am able to see what a time series data set is,but i seem to not be able to find out what a cross-sectional data set is. What is the difference between the two? thank you so much

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Re: Important ? about type of data set
Message posted by Bill on January 31, 2000 at 12:00 AM (ET)

In time series studies, we observe (make measurements on) the same individual or organization repeatedly across time. In a cross-sectional study, all measurements are made at once, with no follow-up period.

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