Why Is Random Assignment Used in Between-Subjects Experimental Designs?​

question 24

Multiple Choice

Why is random assignment used in between-subjects experimental designs?​

• A)​to hold participant characteristics constant
• B)​to ensure a nonbiased sample
• C)to ensure anonymity of the research participants
• D)​to eliminate systematic differences between the groups

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