Which of the Following Questions Regarding the Treatment of Research

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following questions regarding the treatment of research participants is the most important for a psychologist to consider prior to beginning his/her research?

• A) "Is it okay to required Psychology 101 students to be research participants so that I know that I will have enough data for my study?"
• B) "How can I ensure that people participating in my study are treated fairly?"
• C) "Is there some way of getting people to participate in my research without actually having to pay them?"
• D) "How much discomfort am I permitted to cause my participants before my research will be considered an ethical violation?"

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