A scientific experiment testing a new drug used two groups,one getting the drug and one getting a sugar pill.If the two groups had the same result,it would indicate
A) the drug was safe and effective
B) the drug was ineffective because it did no better than the sugar pill
C) the experiment was a failure and no information could be gained
D) both b and c

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If the two groups had the same result, it would indicate that the drug was ineffective as it did no better than the sugar pill. It does not necessarily mean the experiment was a failure as it still provides useful information. Therefore, the correct choice is B.

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