Which of the following conditions in a MANOVA is most deleterious to interpretation of the results?
A) Inclusion of between groups
B) Fixed factors
C) Low correlations among dependent variables
D) The inclusion of outliers in the data

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The inclusion of outliers in the data can significantly distort the results of a MANOVA (Multivariate Analysis of Variance) by affecting the mean and variance, which are crucial for the analysis. Outliers can lead to incorrect conclusions about the effects being studied, making it the most deleterious condition among the options listed for the interpretation of MANOVA results.

Which of the Following Conditions in a MANOVA Is Most