Which of the Following Studies Would Probably Require Written Informed

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following studies would probably require written informed consent?

• A)An observational study that measures walking speed of people entering and exiting buildings
• B)An anonymous study that measures the relationship between time spent grocery shopping and money spent on groceries
• C)A confidential study examining income level and voting behavior
• D)An anonymous survey asking whether students want a coffeehouse opened in the library

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Definitions:

Positive Feedback

Encouraging comments or actions that affirm someone's behavior or performance, often motivating continued or improved effort.

Negative Feedback

A type of constructive criticism that points out what was done wrong or what needs improvement, which can be essential for progress.

Decreasing Rigid Structures

The act of making systems, processes, or organizations more flexible, adaptable, and less strictly controlled.

Changing Circumstances

The variation or alteration of conditions or situations over time.