Conflict of Interest Can Emerge in a Study

question 2

Multiple Choice

Conflict of interest can emerge in a study:

• A) If the investigator has some commercial interest in the findings such as support for a program or intervention he or she tries to sell)
• B) If a contract or grant that funds research has an agenda that competes with obtaining objective data
• C) If the investigator is not allowed to publish or place in the public domain findings that do not support the view of an agency that requested the research
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Human Capital

The collective skills, knowledge, or other intangible assets of individuals that can be used to create economic value.

Compensation of Employees

Payments and benefits received by employees in exchange for their labor, including wages, salaries, and benefits such as health insurance.

Total Income

The sum of all earnings or revenues received by an individual or organization before any deductions or taxes.

Compensation of Employees

All forms of financial returns and tangible services and benefits employees receive as part of an employment relationship.