Question:1
Answer - A
Explanation -
Option - B - Incorrect
Option - D - Incorrect
Question:2
Answer: A, D
Incorrect B
Incorrect C
Question: 3
Correct Answer - B, C
Incorrect A
This will introduce confounding factors into the study and reduce the internal validity of the study.
Incorrect D
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