Why do researchers practice random assignment?

a. To ensure that a variety of participants have been chosen for the study
b. To ensure that every participant has an equal chance of being in each condition
c. To ensure that participants from different background have an equal chance of participating in the study
d. To uphold the beneficence principle of ethics


Ans: B

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