Employees given standing desks reported less back pain. The company concludes standing desks reduce pain. Which one of the following most weakens the company’s conclusion? A) Standing desks cost more than regular desks. B) The employees knew the company wanted positive results. C) Some employees preferred sitting after a week. D) The study lasted only one month. E) Back pain has many causes besides posture.

B) The employees knew the company wanted positive results.

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Employees given standing desks reported less back pain. The company concludes standing desks reduce pain.

Which one of the following most weakens the company’s conclusion?

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Knowing the desired answer can skew self-reports, so the pain reports may not reflect real improvement.

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