Which technique provides useful information when there are small changes from one treatment condition to another,when simulations are used or when a placebo is used?

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Manipulation checks provide useful information when there are small changes from one treatment condition to another, as they help ensure that the manipulation of the independent variable was effective. They can also be helpful when simulations are used or when a placebo is used, as they help determine whether participants are responding to the intended manipulation or to other factors. Random selection and random assignment are important for reducing bias and increasing generalizability, but do not specifically address small changes or the use of simulations/placebos. No-treatment controls are important for assessing the effectiveness of a treatment, but do not provide information specifically related to small changes or the use of simulations/placebos.

Which Technique Provides Useful Information When There Are Small Changes