Which of the Following Should Happen First When Testing a Research

question 155

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should happen first when testing a research question?

• A) Conduct the study using an ethical research design.
• B) Randomly assign participants to conditions.
• C) Draw conclusions.
• D) Perform a cost-benefit analysis.

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