Suppose we designed a study to test experimentally the effects of mother/child separation during the first six months of life on future educational achievement. What would be the main concern with such a study?
A) The time and expense needed with longitudinal studies
B) Ethical considerations in participant selection and assignment
C) The cohort effect
D) The lack of basic research done in this area
Answer: B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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