Which of the following studies used a single-factor, independent groups design?
A) Kroeger et al.'s study, which evaluated the effects of a social skills program for autism
B) the study by Kasser and Sheldon, which compared groups writing two kinds of essays
C) Lee and Aronson's study comparing the effects of having a room move forward or backward
D) the study by McDonald and Flanagan, which examined the effects of traumatic brain injury

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The study by Kasser and Sheldon compared two independent groups (those writing two different kinds of essays) to determine the effect of intrinsic vs extrinsic rewards on motivation. This is an example of a single-factor, independent groups design. The other studies mentioned do not fit this description.

Which of the Following Studies Used a Single-Factor, Independent Groups