Researchers wanted to evaluate whether a certain herb improved memory in elderly adults as measured by objective tests. To do​ this, they recruited 93 men and 130 women older than 60 years and in good health. Participants were randomly assigned to receive the​ herb, 35 mg 3 times a​ day, or a matching placebo. A measure of memory improvement was determined by a standardized test of learning and memory. After 6 weeks of​ treatment, the data indicated that the herb did not increase performance on standard tests of​ learning, memory,​ attention, and concentration. These data suggest​ that, when taken following the​ manufacturer's instructions, the herb provides no measurable increase in memory or related cognitive function to adults older than 60 years with healthy cognitive function. Complete parts​ (a) through​ (g) below.

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Hello! I assume that the questions were as further:

  1. Type of the experiment: completely randomized design
  2. Who is being studied: adults older than 60 years, in good health
  3. The response variable:  memory improvement (determined by a standardized test of learning and memory)
  4. The fixed factor, that is being manipulated: the herb or a matching placebo
  5. The treatments: 35 mg 3 times a​ day of herb or a matching placebo
  6. Experimental units: 93 men and 130 women older than 60 years and in good health
  7. Control group: group that is being given the placebo.

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