Randomization in Experimental Design Is Used to

question 12

Multiple Choice

Randomization in experimental design is used to

• A) control for the response variable.
• B) avoid confounding.
• C) avoid the placebo effect.
• D) implement the double-blind technique.

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain that controls an immense number of bodily functions, including temperature regulation, thirst, hunger, sleep, mood, and the release of other hormones within the body.

Pituitary Gland

A small endocrine gland located at the base of the brain, responsible for releasing hormones that regulate various bodily functions.

Chemical Signals

Molecules released by cells that are used to communicate with other cells, often playing a role in the regulation of physiological processes.

Fear Center

A colloquial term often used to refer to the amygdala, a part of the brain involved in processing emotions, including fear.