How might a researcher ensure that a study has independence?
A) run participants one at a time
B) use a convenience sample
C) replicate previous findings
D) run a pilot study

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Running participants one at a time ensures that each participant's response is not influenced by the presence or behavior of other participants. This increases the independence of the study.

Answer: C 
 Replicating previous findings can strengthen the independence of a study by verifying that the results are not dependent on the individual researcher or study design.

Both A and C can be correct choices.

How Might a Researcher Ensure That a Study Has Independence