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A friend describes this study in which all participants were given Adderall and everyone showed a 50% improvement in their scores on a standardized quiz from before to after they took the drug. What could be said about this study?

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Answer: the drug adderall is a stimulat

Explanation:Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine are central nervous system stimulants that affect chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Adderall is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.

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User Matthew Gunn
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Answer:

-There could be a placebo effect that was not measured

- There is no comparison group to determine if scores might have improved without the drug

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