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Randomization

the process of randomly assigning inputs to different versions in an A/B test to distribute confounding variables evenly across groups so that any systematic difference in outcomes can be attributed to the treatment rather than background conditions

Why This Is a Definition

This definition clearly establishes the genus (process in experimental design) and differentia (distributing confounding variables evenly) of randomization, explaining its purpose and mechanism in controlling for background variables that could otherwise contaminate results.