In the Study Depicted in the Figure Above, Why Might

question 9

Multiple Choice

In the study depicted in the figure above, why might researchers have measured blood pressure twice?

• A) To make sure the first measurement could be trusted
• B) To decrease testing effects
• C) To make sure the two groups were equal before the manipulation
• D) To establish temporal precedence

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