Random Assignment of Participants Is Important in Order to Ensure

question 71

Multiple Choice

Random assignment of participants is important in order to ensure that

• A) independent variables are not restricted.
• B) groups have equal and balanced composition.
• C) genders and ages are viewed independently.
• D) all participants having specific characteristics are viewed in a single group.

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Definitions:

Tariff

A tax imposed by a government on goods and services imported from other countries, often used to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.

Producer Surplus

The difference between the amount producers are willing to accept for a good or service and the actual amount they receive, reflecting profits.

Deadweight Loss

A loss of economic efficiency that can occur when equilibrium for a good or service is not achieved or is unachievable.

Tariff Revenue

The income generated by a government from imposing taxes on imported goods.