Carmina Was Developing a Study for Her Introduction to Research

question 48

Multiple Choice

Carmina was developing a study for her introduction to research course and wanted to use a multigroup design. Based on her research question she needs to include a group in which participants believe they are getting some treatment, but in fact are not receiving any treatment. Carmina is considering using a:

• A) empty control group.
• B) placebo group.
• C) experimental group.
• D) baseline group.

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