Which of the following is NOT a reason that a researcher might choose a pretest/posttest design?
A)To ensure that random assignment made the treatment/comparison groups equal
B)To determine how groups change over the course of the experiment
C)To allow for the study of spontaneous behaviors
D)To make a strong causal claim

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A pretest/posttest design is not typically used to study spontaneous behaviors as it requires at least one pretest to establish a baseline before any treatment is given. The other options are all valid reasons for choosing a pretest/posttest design - random assignment can be checked, changes can be monitored, and causal inferences can be drawn.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Reason That a Researcher