Lee participated in a study that involved the treatment of obsessive-compulsive symptoms. The researchers assessed Lee with others who were participating in the study. However, he received the treatment several weeks later, once the study was complete. Lee most likely was part of a(n) ________ group.

A. simple control
B. placebo control
C. wait list control
D. double-blind


Answer: C

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