Using Matching as a Control Strategy

question 20

Multiple Choice

Using matching as a control strategy:

• A) Is typically easy because correct matches are readily available
• B) Does not require that the researcher matches on all the needed variables
• C) Limits generalization because the sample was chosen for matching not generalization
• D) Increases the generalization of the study in which it was used

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