Why Do Psychologists Even Consider Doing Research That Has the Potential

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why do psychologists even consider doing research that has the potential for physical or psychological harm for the participants?

• A) government granting agencies encourage such research
• B) the quest for knowledge is the ultimate concern
• C) many participants really like being humiliated
• D) the benefits gained may outweigh the risk

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The dried and fully fermented fatty seed of Theobroma cacao, from which cocoa solids and cocoa butter are extracted.

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