Which of the Following Is the Purpose of Having Random

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the purpose of having random assignment in an experiment?

• A) It prevents subjects from knowing of which experimental group they are a member.
• B) It provides ethical reasons for being in an experiment.
• C) It makes sure that the results are caused by the treatment.
• D) It determines how the subjects will behave in the experiment.

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Definitions:

Pattern

A repeated decorative design or a model used as a guide in manufacturing processes to replicate part shapes.

Drag

The resistance force encountered by an object moving through a fluid or by a fluid moving around an object.

Cope

To shape or modify the end of a beam or structural element to fit the contours of another, or to allow it to rest securely on a connection.

ASME

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers, an organization that sets standards and codes for engineering practices, including dimensions, tolerances, and technical specifications.