In a study investigating the effect of a new medication on blood pressure, participants in the control group receive a placebo. What is the primary purpose of using a placebo in this context?
A.
To ensure participant satisfaction.
B.
To measure the effectiveness of the control group.
C.
To blind participants to their treatment assignment.
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D.
To assess the long-term effects of the medication.
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To ensure participant satisfaction.
To measure the effectiveness of the control group.
To blind participants to their treatment assignment.
To assess the long-term effects of the medication.