Cross-Sectional Surveys

A cross-sectional survey is a type of research method that collects information from a specific group of people at one point in time. It provides a snapshot of their opinions, experiences, or behaviors without tracking changes over time. Researchers use these surveys to understand current trends or conditions across a population quickly and efficiently. For example, a company might survey customers today to learn about their satisfaction levels. Cross-sectional surveys are useful for getting immediate insights, but they don’t show how things evolve over time.