A 'Single-Blind' study is most commonly used when:
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Correct answer: Blinding the investigator is impossible or unethical (e.g., surgery vs. medication)
In single-blind studies, only the patient is unaware of the treatment. This is often necessary when the investigator must know the treatment to perform a procedure or monitor specific safety parameters.
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