Comparative Effectiveness Studies

question 11

Multiple Choice

Comparative effectiveness studies:

• A) are much more tightly controlled than randomized, controlled clinical trials.
• B) constitute proof of efficacious treatment.
• C) tend to be observational in nature.
• D) are not suitable for hypothesis generation.

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