In an experimental study,the subjects who do NOT receive the treatment are referred to as the _____ group.

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The control group is the group that does not receive the treatment and is used as a basis for comparison to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment group in an experimental study. Therefore, option B is the best choice. Option A (experimental) refers to the group receiving the treatment. Options C (dependent) and D (independent) do not relate to the concept of control group in experimental studies.

In an Experimental Study,the Subjects Who Do NOT Receive the Treatment