Using and Understanding Mathematics: A Quantitative Reasoning Approach plus NEW MyMathLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package (6th Edition) (Bennett Science & Math Titles)
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Chapter 5.A, Problem 37E
Type of Study. Determine whether the following studies are observational studies or experiments. If the study is an experiment, identify the control and treatment groups, and discuss whether single-or double-blinding is necessary. If the study is observational, state whether it is a case-control study, and if so, identify the cases and controls.
37. In a study of the effects of magnets on back pain, some participanis were treated with magnets while others were given nonmagnetic objects with a similar appearance. The magnets did not appear to be effective in treating back pain (Journal of the American Medical Association).
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