One of the Major Difficulties Involved in Studying Human Beings

question 1

Multiple Choice

One of the major difficulties involved in studying human beings is that

• A) they often behave differently when they are being studied than they would otherwise.
• B) suspicion checks reveal that measures of deception rarely work.
• C) participants will rarely give their informed consent to participate.
• D) the IRB only permits about 5 percent of all proposed studies to be carried out.

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Definitions:

Informal Structures

Unofficial relationships and patterns of interaction in an organization that operate alongside the official structure.

Interpersonal Contacts

Relationships or interactions between individuals, involving communication and exchange of ideas, emotions, or information.

Adaptive Organizations

Companies or entities that are able to adjust and evolve in response to changes in their environment or industry.

Narrow Spans of Control

An organizational structure where a manager has a limited number of direct reports, allowing closer supervision and interaction.