A hierarchy of research quality is used to rank the scientific merit of a particular intervention with respect to evidence-based practice EBP). The highest quality evidence resulting from randomized experimental research is
A) Level I.
B) Level II.
C) Level III.
D) Level IV.
E) All of the above.

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Level I evidence refers to studies that are randomized controlled trials (RCTs) or meta-analyses of RCTs. This type of research design is considered the gold standard for assessing the efficacy of interventions in evidence-based practice.

A Hierarchy of Research Quality Is Used to Rank the Scientific