Which of the following is the purpose of having random assignment in an experiment?

A. It prevents subjects from knowing of which experimental group they are a member.
B. It provides ethical reasons for being in an experiment.
C. It makes sure that the results are caused by the treatment.
D. It determines how the subjects will behave in the experiment.

Answer: C

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