Which of the Following Defines What Is Meant by a Control

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following defines what is meant by a control group in an experiment?

• A)A group that is handled identically to the treatment group(s) in all respects except that they are controlled to a greater extent than the other groups, providing baseline data.
• B)A group that is used by researchers to monitor how the experiment is going.
• C)A group that is handled identically to the treatment group(s) in all respects except that they don't receive the active treatment.
• D)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Discrimination

The unfair treatment or discrimination against various groups of individuals, particularly based on race, age, or gender.

Miscegenation

Marriage or sexual relations between a man and a woman of different races.

African American

An American of African and especially of black African descent.

Prejudice and Discrimination

Unfair treatment and negative attitudes directed towards individuals or groups based on their race, gender, age, or other characteristics, leading to inequality.