Blind Study
/ˈblaɪnd ˈstʌdi/
Definitions
- (n.) A research method in which participants or researchers are unaware of key aspects to prevent bias, often used in legal evidence and regulatory contexts.
The court accepted the results from the blind study as unbiased evidence.
Forms
- blind study
- blind studies
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Commentary
In legal and regulatory settings, blind studies help ensure objectivity and reduce undue influence or conflicts of interest in evidence or product testing.
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