In Order to Maximize the Likelihood That Experimental and Control

question 107

Multiple Choice

In order to maximize the likelihood that experimental and control groups are similar before any treatment has begun,researchers typically use

• A) descriptive statistics.
• B) random assignment.
• C) sampling.
• D) observational studies.

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Definitions:

Impulse Control

The ability to resist urges, impulses, or temptations in order to meet long-term goals.

Dopamine Receptors

Proteins located on the surface of certain cells in the brain and body that dopamine binds to, playing a crucial role in regulating mood, motivation, and movement.

Hallucinations

Perceptions or sensations experienced without the presence of actual external stimuli, often associated with mental disorders or substance use.

Therapeutic Drugs

Medications used to treat, cure, prevent, or diagnose a disease or to promote well-being.