Randomization
/ˌræn.də.məˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of assigning subjects or elements by chance to different groups in legal studies or trials to prevent bias.
Randomization ensures impartial allocation of parties in the clinical trial.
- (n.) A legal method used to eliminate selection bias in experimental or comparative legal research.
The court required randomization in the selection of jury members.
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- randomization
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Commentary
In legal contexts, randomization primarily relates to fair and unbiased process design, particularly in trials and empirical legal studies.
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