In order to see which variety of apple tree produces more fruit, a farmer sets up an experiment.He has three plots of land with different soil and natural water availability.Each plot has room for eight trees.The farmer randomly selects four locations in each plot for the first variety of tree and the other four get the second variety.This experiment is ________________________ .
A)completely randomized with two factors
B)completely randomized with one factor: the plot of land
C)randomized block, blocked by variety of tree
D)randomized block, blocked by plot of land
E)completely randomized with one factor: the variety of tree

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The experiment is a randomized block design, with the plots of land serving as the blocks. Each plot has different soil and water conditions, which could affect the outcome, so the plots are used to control for these environmental variables.

In Order to See Which Variety of Apple Tree Produces