In order to minimize the impact of factors other than the independent variable that can cause a change in the depend variable, participants in an experiment should be assigned to either the experimental or control group
A. on the basis of careful thought.
B. randomly.
C. on the basis of individual tests.
D. according to age variables.
Answer: B
Psychology
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