The researcher's methodology was designed to _______ bias by ensuring that neither the subjects nor the investigators knew which participants received the treatment and which received the placebo.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?
introduce
celebrate
measure
eliminate
Correct Answer: D
Choice D is the best answer. The passage describes blinding participants and investigators to prevent bias. "Eliminate" means to remove completely, fitting this effort to prevent bias.
Choice A is incorrect because "introduce" would add unwanted bias. Choice B is incorrect because "celebrate" is inappropriate for bias. Choice C is incorrect because "measure" doesn't prevent bias.