A researcher is interested in understanding if a particular medication is effective at treating patients suffering from a skin condition.

Design an experimental study to test whether the medication is effective. To do this, you should describe:

What is the research question you are investigating? (Hint: this is basically mentioned above)
Identify the independent variable and dependent variable.
Identify the sample and how you would conduct the actual study.
Describe what you would need to know to decide whether the medication was effective.
Describe the limitations to your study, based on the design you described.
Your paper should be in paragraph form and be between 2-3 pages.