In the context of a randomized controlled trial, “objectivity of assignment” is
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Question
In the context of a randomized controlled trial, “objectivity of assignment” is achieved through randomization and means that:
Question 20 options:
A)
The assignment of study subjects to either intervention or control group is not related in any way to the preferences of the participants or the researchers.
B)
The “objective” of a good randomized control study is to make sure subjects who are likely to be compliant and cooperate with study protocols end up in the intervention group, increasing the likelihood of the study being successful.
C)
The power of the study is likely to be greater than 80%, thus within the desired range.
D)
The alpha level for the study is likely to be <0.05.
E)
None of the above
A)
The assignment of study subjects to either intervention or control group is not related in any way to the preferences of the participants or the researchers.
B)
The “objective” of a good randomized control study is to make sure subjects who are likely to be compliant and cooperate with study protocols end up in the intervention group, increasing the likelihood of the study being successful.
C)
The power of the study is likely to be greater than 80%, thus within the desired range.
D)
The alpha level for the study is likely to be <0.05.
E)
None of the above
Explanation / Answer
A ) The assignment of study subjects to either intervention or control group is not related in any way to the preferences of the participants or the researchers.
The correct option is ( A ) .