When Might Bias in an Experiment Occur

question 45

Multiple Choice

When might bias in an experiment occur?

• A) A subject does not know who is in the control or experimental groups.
• B) A technician knows which samples are from the control group.
• C) A subject finds out the results of the experiment after it is finished.
• D) A researcher randomly assigns subjects to the control or experimental group.

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