If an instructor wanted to compare two methods of teaching reading to first graders, which type of design would NOT be appropriate and why?
A) A matched-subjects design is not appropriate because it requires too many participants in comparison with other types of designs.
B) A within-subjects design is not appropriate because of its sensitivity to carryover effects.
C) A between-subjects design is not appropriate because of its sensitivity to carryover effects.
D) A matched-subjects design is not appropriate because of its sensitivity of carryover effects.
Answer: B
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