Which example below is not a random assignment to experimental groups?
A) assign numbers to subjects, put corresponding numbers in a hat and pull out numbers, place the first subject in the experimental group and the second subject in the control group and continue until all numbers are used
B) ask subjects whether they prefer to be in the experimental group or the control group then assign subjects based on their preference
C) flip a coin assigning subjects getting a head to the control group and those getting a tail to the experimental group
D) use a random number generator after assigning numbers to your subjects

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The subjects are not being randomly assigned if they are being allowed to choose which group they are in based on personal preference. The other options involve random selection to ensure an unbiased assignment to the experimental and control groups. Therefore, the best choices are A, C, and D.

Which Example Below Is Not a Random Assignment to Experimental