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Cambridge IGCSE Psychology practice

Why is random assignment important in forming experimental groups?

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T he features of an experiment.

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Why is random assignment important in forming experimental groups?.

  1. A.It ensures equal treatment for all participants
  2. B.It eliminates the need for a control group
  3. C.It increases the sample size
  4. D.It reduces selection bias

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Study on Therapy Effects

Participants were assigned to either the experimental group or the control group to assess the therapy's effectiveness.

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    Define the term 'experimental group'.

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