6.3.1 - Control Groups
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What is the purpose of a control group?
💡 Hint: Think about why we need a comparison.
In a study, what distinguishes the experimental group from the control group?
💡 Hint: Remember the roles of each group.
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What primary role does a control group play in an experimental study?
💡 Hint: Think about how we measure the effects of an intervention.
True or False: A control group does not receive an experimental treatment.
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of a control group.
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Design a study that compares two different training programs for athletes. What would the control group look like, and how would you interpret the results?
💡 Hint: Identify the key differences in the training programs.
Evaluate the implications of conducting a study without a control group. How might the findings be interpreted mistakenly?
💡 Hint: Consider how results might vary without a point of comparison.
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