Dr.Gomez is investigating a new drug designed to reduce anxiety.Patients with an anxiety disorder are treated with either the drug or a sugar pill (placebo)for some time,and Dr.Gomez records their anxiety levels at weekly appointments.If a double-blind procedure is used,who will know if a placebo or drug was administered?
A)the patients but not Dr.Gomez
B)Dr.Gomez but not the patients
C)neither Dr.Gomez nor the patients
D)both Dr.Gomez and the patients

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In a double-blind procedure, neither Dr.Gomez nor the patients know whether the patient is receiving the drug or the placebo. This is done to eliminate bias and ensure that the results are not influenced by the expectations of Dr.Gomez or the patients.

DrGomez Is Investigating a New Drug Designed to Reduce Anxiety