In Order to Attribute Causality of a Posttest Measure in an Experimental

question 8

Multiple Choice

In order to attribute causality of a posttest measure in an experimental study,the independent variable will be:

• A) administered to control group subjects only.
• B) administered to subjects selected by the researcher.
• C) administered to treatment group subjects.
• D) defined loosely to avoid bias.

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