_____ are statistical tests that allow researchers to test comparisons between groups that are predicted ahead of time.
A) Planned contrasts
B) Post-hoc tests
C) Exploratory analyses
D) Paired samples t-tests

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Planned contrasts are specifically designed to test hypotheses or comparisons that are defined before the data is examined, allowing researchers to focus on particular group differences they expect to find based on prior theory or research.

_____ Are Statistical Tests That Allow Researchers to Test Comparisons