Which of the following is used to create treatment and comparison groups by using the likelihood of observed characteristic in the groups and balancing the groups in terms of these observed characteristics?
A) Experimental group
B) Propensity score matching
C) Quasi-experimental design
D) Classical experimental group

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Propensity score matching uses observed characteristics to match individuals in treatment and comparison groups, increasing the comparability of the two groups. This helps to reduce confounding variables and improve the accuracy of the study results. The other options (A, C, and D) do not involve the use of propensity scores for creating treatment and comparison groups.

Which of the Following Is Used to Create Treatment and Comparison