The Purpose of Random Assignment Is To

question 138

Multiple Choice

The purpose of random assignment is to:

• A)combine the results of a number of similar studies.
• B)determine how likely it is that the results of a treatment were due to chance.
• C)ensure that participant characteristics are equivalent across the various groups.
• D)determine whether two variables are related.

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Definitions:

Financial Risk

The possibility of losing money on an investment or business venture, including the risk of not receiving expected returns.

Financial Distress Costs

Expenses stemming from a company's financial troubles, including the costs of bankruptcy, restructuring, and impaired ability to conduct business.

Indirect Bankruptcy Costs

Indirect bankruptcy costs include the intangible costs related to the loss of business, customer trust, and employee morale that a company faces when going through bankruptcy.