In Which of the Following Experiments Could We NOT Use

question 55

Multiple Choice

In which of the following experiments could we NOT use random assignment?

• A) a comparison of groups receiving three different levels of a drug
• B) a comparison of driving errors with and without consuming alcohol
• C) the comparison of people from several religious groups in terms of acceptance of others' beliefs
• D) None of the above could use random assignment.

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