A Potential Problem with Random Assignment to Conditions Is That

question 6

Multiple Choice

A potential problem with random assignment to conditions is that

• A) subjects can predict what group they will be placed in.
• B) experimental bias may be increased.
• C) statistical significance is more difficult to assess.
• D) unless blocked random assignment is used, confounding can still occur.

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