In Drug-Treatment Studies,double-Blind Procedures Minimize Outcome Differences Between Experimental and Control

question 303

Multiple Choice

In drug-treatment studies,double-blind procedures minimize outcome differences between experimental and control conditions that could be attributed to

• A) replication.
• B) operational definitions.
• C) random sampling.
• D) placebo effects.

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Definitions:

Reinforcement Schedule

A plan or rule that determines the timing and frequency of reinforcing stimuli applied to encourage or establish desired behaviors.

Perceptual Process

The sequence of steps through which individuals receive, organize, and interpret sensory information from their environment.

Distortions

Alterations or misrepresentations of reality or information, often leading to inaccuracies in communication and perception.

Disruptive Behaviors

Actions that significantly impede the normal operations or activities in a workplace or learning environment.