What is the strongest method of controlling for intrinsic (subject) factors?
A) Statistical control
B) Randomization
C) Matching
D) Homogeneity
B
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The strongest method of controlling for intrinsic (subject) factors is randomization. It is the most effective method of controlling participants' characteristics. Homogeneity occurs when people who are similar in respect to confounding variables are included in the study. Matching involves consciously forming comparable groups. Statistical control is the ability to have control over confounding variables statistically.
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