According to the first paragraph, a placebo (A) promotes the same cure and relief as conventional medication. (B) contains an inert and inactive su...

According to the first paragraph, a placebo
(A) promotes the same cure and relief as conventional medication.
(B) contains an inert and inactive substance used as a treatment.
(C) provides some unexpected effects that should be closely monitored.
(D) should contain sugar in its formula.
(E) can be considered similar to active drugs.