As an experimenter you've identified some confounding variables that you want to control. But you also think there might be some unknown potentially confounding variables. What method of assignment would be most appropriate?

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Randomization is the best choice because it allows for the even distribution of both known and unknown potential confounding variables across experimental conditions, which minimizes the risk of their influence on the study's outcome.

As an Experimenter You've Identified Some Confounding Variables That You