Which Method Is Considered the "Gold Standard" in Clinical Research

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which method is considered the "gold standard" in clinical research?

• A) randomized controlled trials
• B) meta-analyses
• C) natural experiments
• D) naturalistic observation

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