If a Placebo Effect Occurs, a Completely Inert Substance __________

question 9

Multiple Choice

If a placebo effect occurs, a completely inert substance __________.

• A) will have no effect whatsoever
• B) will have a reduced effect
• C) will have an effect
• D) will likely produce a lethal response

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