In an experimental research study, which of the following groups is an experimental group? multiple choice a) the group that is not subjected to the manipulated independent variable b) the group that is not randomly assigned c) the group that is expected to have no response to the independent variable d) the group that is subjected to the change that the independent variable represents.

d) the group that is subjected to the change that the independent variable represents.                                                

Explanation:

Experimental group: The experimental group is also referred to as a treatment group because this is the group that receives treatment in a given experiment. Here, the group refers to test subjects like animals, people, plants, etc. In the experimental group, the independent variable is being changed.

In an experimental research study, the group which is an experimental group is the group that is subjected to the change that the independent variable represents.