Question

multiple choice 1 point
a nutritionist is studying the effects of a new diet plan on cholesterol levels. she has one group of participants follow their regular diet (group a); and another group follow the new diet plan for three months (group b).
which group represents the control group?
group b
group a
no choice is correct.

Explanation:

In an experiment, the control group is the group that does not receive the treatment being tested. Here, the treatment is the new diet plan. Group A follows the regular diet and is not affected by the new diet plan, so it is the control group.

Answer:

B. Group A