Randomization of a sufficiently large study population into an experimental population (group) and a control population (group) is necessary to ensure ________.

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Randomization ensures that any differences observed between the experimental and control groups are due to the intervention being studied rather than other population characteristics. This improves the validity of the study findings. Generalizability and real world, clinical significance may also be important, but they are not directly related to the use of randomization.

Randomization of a Sufficiently Large Study Population into an Experimental