To Control for History Effects in an Interrupted Time-Series Study

question 36

Multiple Choice

To control for history effects in an interrupted time-series study, a researcher includes a comparison group that does not receive the treatment. What is one drawback to using this technique?

• A) The comparison group may not be equivalent to the treatment group.
• B) The comparison group is usually the same as the treatment group, and it is difficult for participants to "unlearn" the treatment.
• C) The comparison group cannot be measured as often as the treatment group.
• D) All of the above.

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