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A) ensures that studies can be replicated.
B) is a good way to define the dependent variable.
C) is difficult to achieve in research.
D) must be used with great caution.
E) minimizes any potential differences between the control and experimental groups.

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Random assignment helps to minimize potential differences between the control and experimental groups, thus increasing the internal validity of the study. A, B, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of the purpose or nature of random assignment.

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