In a true experimental study, the subjects should be assigned to groups randomly.If this is not possible and a researcher uses intact groups, they are performing a
A)quasi-experimental study.
B)convoluted study.
C)cluster study.
D)stratified study.

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When subjects are not assigned to groups randomly, the study is no longer a true experimental study, and is instead considered a quasi-experimental study. Quasi-experimental studies use intact groups instead of random assignment to groups. The other options, convoluted study, cluster study, and stratified study, do not accurately describe the situation described in the question.

In a True Experimental Study, the Subjects Should Be Assigned