The use of a field setting in experimentation _____.
A) provides for the manipulation of the IV
B) serves as a comparison to assess the manipulation
C) minimizes the cost of experimentation
D) allows for discovery of the average effect of the IV in different situations
E) increases generalizability of results

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A field setting allows for testing in real-life situations, increasing the likelihood that results will be applicable and generalizable to the population of interest. It may also allow for the discovery of the average effect of the IV in different situations. However, it may not necessarily provide for manipulation of the IV or serve as a comparison to assess manipulation. Cost minimization may or may not be a factor depending on the specific study design.

The Use of a Field Setting in Experimentation _____