What can we conclude in a time-series design if the dependent variable shows a marked change in the predicted direction at precisely the point at which we have randomly introduced the treatment?

A) Such a change is likely to have occurred because of maturation.
B) We have a convincing illustration that the independent variable was effective.
C) Such a change is likely to have occurred because of history.
D) We cannot conclude anything.

Answer: B

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