Which of the Following Is Not a Component of a Randomized

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a component of a randomized experiment?

• A) a control group
• B) a treatment group
• C) matching groups on relevant variables
• D) random assignment
• E) collection of data before participating in a program

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Definitions:

Room And Board

The combined cost of housing (room) and food/meals (board) typically for students living on a college campus.

Opportunity Cost

The loss of potential gain from other alternatives when one alternative is chosen, a fundamental concept in economics.

Real Cost

The total cost of manufacturing or providing a service, including all direct and indirect costs.

Marginal Cost

The cost of producing an additional unit of a product, highlighting the concept of increment in total cost with an increase in production.