In an experiment to assess the effects of a new hay fever drug, two groups are used. One group is given the drug while the second group is given a pill that contains no medication but looks and tastes exactly like the one containing the drug. The group getting the pill that contains the hay fever drug is called the ________ group.

A) control
B) experimental
C) dependent
D) independent

Hay Fever Drug

Medications used to relieve the symptoms of hay fever, such as sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes, typically including antihistamines.

Experimental Group

The group in a scientific experiment that is exposed to the variable under investigation, to test its effect.

Medication

Substances used to treat or mitigate disease, manage symptoms, or promote health, typically administered with a therapeutic intent.