The Purpose of Randomization Is to Make Sure That

question 105

Multiple Choice

The purpose of randomization is to make sure that

• A) each research participant spends an equal amount of time in the treatment and control groups.
• B) each research participant has an equal chance of being in the treatment or control group.
• C) everyone in each group is exactly the same on the independent variable.
• D) everyone in each group is exactly the same on the dependent variable.

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Definitions:

Priming

The process by which exposure to a stimulus influences a response to a subsequent stimulus, making certain responses more likely.

Storage

In psychology, the retention of information or experiences in the brain over time, a key aspect of the memory process.

Encoding

The process by which information is translated into a form that can be stored in memory.

Chunking

A technique that involves organizing information into bigger segments to simplify recall or processing.