(Scenario II) Regardless of their assigned treatment condition, all participants were told, "We are working on manufacturing a new backpack and are interested in your thoughts. Please put this backpack on and have a seat." By using this standard this script the researchers were enhancing:
A) internal validity.
B) experimental realism.
C) experimental control.
D) mundane realism.

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Using a standard script for all participants helps ensure that the conditions are consistent across the experiment, which enhances experimental control.

(Scenario II) Regardless of Their Assigned Treatment Condition, All Participants