In scientific research, experimental controls are:
A) specific strategies and procedures to help minimize the possibility that extraneous variables will influence the outcome of the experiment.
B) the changes in the dependent variable attributable to the participants' beliefs or expectations.
C) the participants who are assigned to the control group.
D) the change in the independent variable that is a direct result of the manipulation of the dependent variable.

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Experimental controls are specific strategies and procedures to minimize the possibility of extraneous variables influencing the outcome of an experiment. These controls help ensure that any observed effects are due to the manipulation of the independent variable and not due to other factors. Options B, C, and D refer to other concepts in experimental design that are not related to experimental controls.

In Scientific Research, Experimental Controls Are