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A study in which subjects are assigned by the researcher into experimental and control groups increases
 
  a. bias.
  b. control.
  c. manipulation
  d. validity.

Question 2

In a quasi-experimental study examining the effects of nonpharmacologic treatments on postoperative pain management, the researcher trains nursing staff so that all experimental group subjects receive the same types of treatments. This is an example of
 
  a. bias.
  b. manipulation.
  c. reliability.
  d. validity.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B



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