A Study Utilizes Repeat Measures ANOVA to Examine the Impact

question 2

Multiple Choice

A study utilizes repeat measures ANOVA to examine the impact of using 3 months of suppressive treatment with acyclovir immediately followed by 3 months of a new antiviral medication on HSV 2 lesions. The researchers conclude that the new antiviral medication is significantly better at reducing HSV 2 lesions. You are not confident in this results because you are concerned about:

• A) carry-over effects
• B) inadequate power
• C) homogeneity of variance
• D) inadequate sample size

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