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What is the most important reason for using random sampling in experiments? To increase the internal validity of the study. To reduce the potential for confounding variables. To allow experimental blinding of treatment and controls. To create a representative sample To reduce possible placebo effects relative to the treatment group

          What is the most important reason for using random sampling in experiments?
To increase the internal validity of the study.
To reduce the potential for confounding variables.
To allow experimental blinding of treatment and controls.
To create a representative sample
To reduce possible placebo effects relative to the treatment group

What is the most important reason for using random sampling in experiments?
To increase the internal validity of the study.
To reduce the potential for confounding variables.
To allow experimental blinding of treatment and controls.
To create a representative sample
To reduce possible placebo effects relative to the treatment group

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Allan G. Bluman 9th Edition

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03/06/2023

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Increasing the internal validity of the study: Random sampling can help increase the internal validity by reducing the potential for selection bias. However, it is not the most important reason. Show more…

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What is the most important reason for using random sampling in experiments? To increase the internal validity of the study. To reduce the potential for confounding variables. To allow experimental blinding of treatment and controls. To create a representative sample To reduce possible placebo effects relative to the treatment group