In Which of the Following Studies Would It Be Ethically

question 63

Multiple Choice

In which of the following studies would it be ethically necessary to obtain informed consent to collect and use the data?

• A) trying a new behavior modification technique on a hyperactive 5 year old child
• B) seeing what proportion of pedestrians will pick up a piece of litter next to a trash can
• C) seeing if a wait person smiling at a customer will increase the size of a tip
• D) doing observations of homosexual couples at a public Gay Pride rally

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Definitions:

Ruling Class

refers to the social class that holds the majority of political power and wealth in a society, often making decisions that affect the structure of the community.

Material Class

A grouping of individuals based on their economic position in society, often determined by their access to resources and wealth.

Conflict Theorists

refer to sociologists who emphasize the role of power and coercion in producing social order.

Power

The power to shape or control the conduct of individuals and the flow of occurrences.