Which of the Following Is a Reason Why a Researcher

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why a researcher can dispense with informed consent?

• A)They do not have time in their study to collect informed consent.
• B)Participants have told the researchers that informed consent is not necessary.
• C)The researchers are investigating a normal educational activity which would not create stress or harm.
• D)The researchers have evaluated the distress or harm in their study and have decided that there is none.

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Definitions:

Efficiency

The optimal use of resources to achieve the desired outcome with minimal waste or effort.

Equity

Refers to fairness or justice in the distribution of wealth, resources, and opportunities.

Total Surplus

The sum of consumer surplus and producer surplus in a market, representing the total net benefit to society.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a good demanded by consumers equals the quantity supplied by producers, leading to market stability.