(02.04 MC) Ten subjects are being studied to test the effec…
(02.04 MC) Ten subjects are being studied to test the effectiveness of itch relief for three types of medication: A, B, and C. Using a 10-point scale, the researcher calculates the subjects’ amount of itching before treatment compared with the amount of itching after treatment. The response variable is the itch rating after one hour of treatment. Previous studies have shown the effects of treatment may vary based on a subject’s pain resistance. How should the subjects be blocked? Explain. (4 points)