A researcher wishes to un an experiment, but is concerned that variations in the subjects' intelligence quotients (Iq) might confound the results. All of the following are possible solutions to this problem except for ___________?

Correct answer: C. running a double-blind experiment

  • A. using a matched-subjects design
  • B. Higher IQ level relatively constant
  • C. running a double-blind experiment
  • D. randomly assigning subjects to groups

Explanation

Matching participants, holding IQ relatively constant, and random assignment can reduce the effect of IQ differences between groups. Double-blind procedures control expectancy and researcher bias, not participants’ intelligence levels.

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