In order to avoid the problem of the placebo effect,a researcher could do which of the following?

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Conducting a single-blind study would help to avoid the placebo effect by keeping the participants unaware of whether they are receiving the active treatment or a placebo. This would help prevent any psychological factors from influencing the results of the study. Option A is not relevant to the placebo effect, and options B and D involve informing participants of what they are receiving, which could impact their perception of the treatment and introduce bias.

In Order to Avoid the Problem of the Placebo Effect,a