Deck 3: Ways of Knowing about Nutrition

Question 1

Epidemiological studies prove cause-and-effect relationships.​

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Although it is misleading and fraudulent for a tabloid article or an Internet site to make false claims,it is not illegal.​

Answer 2

True

Question 3

There is no way to say whether most of the remedies used by alternative nutrition practitioners work.​

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Registered,licensed,or certified dietitians or nutritionists are reliable sources of nutrition information.​

Question 5

The American Cancer Society is a reliable source of nutrition information.​

Question 6

Researchers commonly use epidemiological studies to identify conditions that are related to specific health events in humans.​

Question 7

The hypothesis is a statement that can be proved or disproved by the research.​

Question 8

The purpose of clinical trials is to _____.​

A)​review and report previous research outcomes
B)study the relationship between events in a population and specific health conditions
C)examine the effect of an event on animal subjects
D)utilize case histories to derive scientific conclusions
E)​test the effects of a treatment on a specific biological event or other measurable outcome

Question 9

Nutrition research is only conducted by people or companies that do not have a stake in the results.​

Question 10

One or two subjects are generally enough to prove a claim about nutrition.​

Question 11

In a double-blind study,the researchers know who is receiving the placebo but the subjects do not.​

Question 12

The first part of the research process entails recruiting subjects.​

Question 13

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)has the authority to censor television reports and Internet articles making misleading claims.​

Question 14

Associations prove that one condition causes an event.​

Question 15

The type of research design used in a research study should be determined after approval for the research is obtained from the institutional review board.​

Question 16

It is illegal to put false or misleading information about a product in a product insert.​

Question 17

Which of these scenarios is protected by the U.S.Constitution?​

A)​a professor's opinion about a particular supplement
B)fraudulent statements made about a dietary supplement in an advertisement
C)a product label with a misleading nutrition claim
D)sending fraudulent information and/or receiving payment for a fraudulent product through the U.S.postal service
E)​a product insert with false information about a product

Question 18

The number of subjects needed for a study _____.​

A)​is determined by a mathematical formula and should be as small as possible
B)should be large enough to exclude differences between the control and experimental groups due to chance
C)should be kept small so that the data are manageable and there is less room for statistical error
D)is determined by a mathematical formula and should be large enough to exclude differences between the control and experimental groups due to chance
E)​is determined by randomization and therefore,can be scaled as needed

Question 19

A DTR can order therapeutic diets,and monitor and manage dietary plans for patients.​

Question 20

Subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested are in the control group.​

Question 21

Decisions about personal nutrition should be based on _____.​

A)​trial and error
B)recommendations from family and friends
C)recommendations from others who experience similar health problems
D)trends seen in the food and nutrition industry
E)​accumulated evidence that is broadly supported by nutrition and other scientists

Question 22

The statement,"Low vegetable and fruit intake is related to the development of cancer" is an example of _____.​

A)​statistical significance
B)an association
C)cause and effect
D)a control effect
E)​a hypothesis

Question 23

A reliable nutrition and health online source includes _____.​

A)​a private company that sells high-quality nutritional supplements
B)a professional trainer that has "scientifically proven" specialized weight loss supplements for sale on a website
C)students that use university web servers to promote health products
D)a government health agency website
E)​a trainer with a popular YouTube channel of exercise videos

Question 24

The nutritional cures used by alternative nutrition practitioners _____.​

A)​usually do not have any side effects
B)are always safe to use based on the prescribed dosage
C)are often not based on evidence provided by scientific studies
D)have been researched extensively and proven effective
E)​are effective if used properly

Question 25

Which individual is considered an alternative health practitioner?​

A)​RDN
B)iridologist
C)radiologist
D)oncologist
E)​hematologist

Question 26

Which of the following websites would likely be the most reliable source of information on the Internet?​

A)​webmd.com
B)answers.com
C)cbsnews.com
D)doctoroz.com
E)​nih.gov

Question 27

Which qualification does a RD have?​

A)​a baccalaureate degree only
B)an associate's degree only
C)the successful completion of a national registration examination with or without a degree
D)a doctorate degree and at least two certifications
E)​a baccalaureate degree and the successful completion of a national registration examination

Question 28

Statistical tests _____.​

A)​tell us whether the differences between groups are in all probability real or due to coincidence
B)make it hard to decide what the research findings mean
C)identify significant differences between the findings from the experimental and control groups
D)tell us about the similarities between groups by focusing on finding identical results between participants in the experimental group
E)​tell us whether the differences between groups are in all probability real or due to coincidence and identify significant differences between the findings from the experimental and control groups

Question 29

Which government agency has the authority to remove advertisements that make false claims from the airwaves and the Internet?​

A)​Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
B)Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
C)U.S.Department of Agriculture (USDA)
D)U.S.Postal Service (USPS)
E)​U.S.Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Question 30

What is a reliable source of nutrition information?​

A)​natural grocery store pamphlet
B)diet book
C)registered dietitian
D)friends on a diet
E)​pharmaceutical ads

Question 31

A college student who has been feeling fatigued decides to take an energy-boosting supplement advertised on a television infomercial and endorsed by a professional athlete.She reports feeling more energetic after taking the supplement but later discovers the supplement is only made of sugar.The student most likely experienced _____.​

A)​the effectiveness of the energy supplement working in her body
B)the placebo effect
C)an increase in nerve impulse velocity caused by the sugar tablet
D)an increase in blood pressure
E)​a decrease in blood pressure

Question 32

Which individual would be the most reliable source for nutrition information?​

A)​a student who has taken a nutrition class and calls himself a nutritionist
B)a registered dietitian working in a clinical setting
C)an Internet blogger with great advice on dietary supplements
D)a salesperson at a dietary supplement store
E)​an aerobics instructor working at a health club

Question 33

Which research step is first?​

A)​Obtain informed consent from human subjects.
B)State the hypothesis.
C)Submit the research for publication.
D)Design the research.
E)​Pose a clear question.

Question 34

A study in which neither the subjects participating in the research nor the scientists performing the research know which subjects are receiving the treatment and which are getting the placebo is known as a(n)_____ study.​

A)​double-blind
B)half-blind
C)confidential
D)crossover
E)​observational

Question 35

It is illegal to put misleading nutrition information about a product in a(n)_____.​

A)​magazine article
B)newspaper article
C)Internet article
D)television program
E)​advertisement

Question 36

What is the last step in the research process before a paper is submitted?​

A)​Evaluate the findings.
B)State the hypothesis.
C)Design the research.
D)Implement the study design.
E)​Pose a clear question.

Question 37

Which situation most likely confuses consumers about nutrition?​

A)​nutrition information obtained from a hospital pamphlet
B)study-by-study coverage of nutrition news
C)nutrition report published by the American Society for Nutrition
D)a report from the Surgeon General
E)​advice published by the American Heart Association

Question 38

​Which term in an advertisement should raise a red flag as to the validity of the product?

A)​clinical
B)diagnosis
C)medical
D)detoxify
E)​treatment

Question 39

Clinical trials require _____.​

A)​over 100 subjects
B)both men and women to participate
C)an experimental and control group
D)higher statistically significant results compared to other types of research
E)​doctor supervision

Question 40

Reliable sources of nutrition information _____.​

A)do not exist​
B)provide information about the most recent dietary trends
C)provide information based on multiple studies and achieve scientific consensus
D)have embedded beliefs regarding proper nutrition and a profit motive
E)​have medical experts to support their claims

Question 41

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​double blind

Question 42

Why should consumers be suspicious of the product?​

A)​The name implies the product has magical properties but doesn't sounds like it works.
B)It sounds too good to be true and relies on research evidence.
C)It is impossible to gain muscle mass using supplements.
D)There is no obvious reason to be suspicious about the supplement's name.
E)​The name implies the product has magical properties and it sounds too good to be true.

Question 43

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​control group

Question 44

Approval to study human subjects must be obtained from the _____.​

A)​research subjects
B)institutional review board
C)FTC
D)FDA
E)​USDA

Question 45

In the future,how might Brandon better research a product's safety before using it?​

A)​Discuss the product's safety with the supplement store's nutritionist.
B)Discuss the product with a registered dietitian.
C)Read peer-reviewed research about the product's safety and effectiveness.
D)Discuss the product's safety with the supplement store's nutritionist or a registered dietician.
E)​Discuss the product with a registered dietitian and read peer-reviewed research about the product's safety and effectiveness.

Question 46

The group of subjects that receives a placebo as a part of the research is called the _____ group.​

A)​experimental
B)placebo
C)control
D)hypothesis
E)​epidemiology

Question 47

What process do studies undergo prior to publication in scientific journals?​

A)​peer review
B)literature review
C)clinical review
D)institutional review
E)​scientific consensus

Question 48

After researching the product online,Brandon decides that the product is safe to use.He tries the product and ends up experiencing mood swings and gastric distress for several days.What should Brandon do?​

A)​Take the product back to the supplement store and demand his money back.
B)Take legal actions against his friends for encouraging him to take a dangerous product.
C)Take legal actions against the manufacturer of the supplement.
D)Contact the Federal Trade Commission and register a complaint.
E)​Stop taking the product and nothing else.He was the one who made the mistake of trying the product in the first place.

Question 49

On the label of "Muscle Mass Magic" it states,"This product safely increases lean body mass by 25% in the first seven weeks of use." Why is this statement problematic?​

A)​People may believe the claim even though it is questionable.
B)Freedom of speech applies to product labels.
C)There is likely no reliable research to prove that body mass gains will increase 25% in the first seven weeks.
D)There is likely to be reliable research but it's not clearly stated on their website.
E)​People may believe the claim even though it is questionable and there is likely no reliable research to prove that body mass gains will increase 25% in the first seven weeks.

Question 50

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​association

Question 51

What should Brandon do before taking the supplement?​

A)​Discuss the product with a registered dietitian.
B)Return to the supplement store and discuss the product safety with the store nutritionist.
C)Read and follow the instructions on how to safely use the product.
D)Research the product safety information through the Internet websites that are selling the product.
E)​Read comments from other individuals who have used to product on the Internet.

Question 52

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​clinical trial

Question 53

Research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population is called a(n)_____.​

A)​epidemiological study
B)meta-analysis
C)double-blind study
D)clinical trial
E)​literature review

Question 54

Advertisements that use the professional football player and wrestler to endorse the product are _____.​

A)​breaking the law by misleading consumers
B)using testimonials to promote the product
C)a guarantee to consumers that the product will work
D)showing that the product is safe to use
E)​proof that the sports stars are using the product themselves

Question 55

Bogus nutrition products should be reported to _____.​

A)​your professor
B)the retail location where they were purchased
C)the Federal Trade Commission
D)the U.S.Department of Agriculture
E)​the manufacturer

Question 56

Which criteria should you look for to identify reliable nutrition information?​

A)​a scientific break-through
B)before and after pictures
C)a money-back guarantee
D)facts and evidence
E)​terms such as "studies prove"

Question 57

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​epidemiological study

Question 58

Research designs are often based on the answers to specific questions including,_____.​

A)​"Should a placebo be used?"
B)"What information needs to be collected?"
C)"What is the easiest way to collect the needed information?"
D)"What significant information will get the study published?"
E)​"Is the supplement given to the subjects safe?"

Question 59

What is the most important,and often most time-consuming,part of the entire research process?​

A)​planning
B)establishing a hypothesis
C)recruiting subjects
D)submitting the paper for publication
E)​statistical analysis

Question 60

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​cause and effect

Question 61

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​experimental group

Question 62

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​Food Safety Modernization Act

Question 63

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
statistically significant​

Question 64

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
placebo effect​

Question 65

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​placebo

Question 66

Identify the reasons why Americans may believe highly questionable claims about nutrition-related products and be willing to buy and try the products.​

Question 67

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
meta-analysis​

Question 68

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​hypothesis

Question 69

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
peer review​

Question 70

Match each term with the appropriate definition.
a.research that seeks to identify conditions related to particular events within a population
b.subjects in a study who do not receive the active treatment
c.statement made prior to initiating a study of the relationship sought to be tested by the research
d.changes in health or perceived health that result from expectations that a "treatment" will produce an effect on health
e.subjects in a study who receive the treatment being tested
f.study design in which one group of randomly assigned subjects receives an active treatment and another group receives an inactive treatment
g.a finding that demonstrates that a condition causes a particular event
h.analysis of data from multiple studies
i.imitation treatment given to subjects
j.research findings that likely represent a true or actual result and not one due to chance
k.study in which neither the subjects nor the scientists know which subjects are receiving the active treatment and which are receiving the placebo
l.evaluation of the scientific merit of research or scientific reports by experts in the area under review
m.finding that one condition is correlated with,or related to another condition
n.scrutinizes research plans to make sure proposed studies follow the rules governing research on human subjects
o.aims to ensure that the United States food supply is safe
​institutional review board