In a Scientific Experiment, the Group of Participants Used as a Basis

question 35

Multiple Choice

In a scientific experiment, the group of participants used as a basis of comparison is the _______ group.

• A) control
• B) experimental
• C) placebo
• D) treatment

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Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic or anxiety responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation combined with relaxation exercises.

Xanax

A prescription medication used to treat anxiety and panic disorders, known generically as alprazolam.

Prozac

A brand name for Fluoxetine, a type of antidepressant medication belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class, used to treat depression and other mental health conditions.

Chlorpromazine

An antipsychotic medication used in the treatment of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and various psychotic disorders, by altering the effects of neurotransmitters in the brain.