Which of the following considerations is MOST important when using matched pairs?
A) The researcher should make sure to use biologically related participants to create matched pairs.
B) The researcher should make sure to have a large enough sample size to increase the chances that random assignment will be successful.
C) The researcher should make sure to match on a variable that will affect the dependent variable.
D) All of the above are important considerations for matched pairs.

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Matching on a variable that affects the dependent variable is crucial to control for confounding variables and ensure the validity of the results.

Which of the Following Considerations Is MOST Important When Using