What Is One of the Guidelines for Using Deception in a Research

question 42

Multiple Choice

What is one of the guidelines for using deception in a research study?

• A) Individuals must be informed that deception is involved before they consent to participate.
• B) Individuals must be debriefed about the deception within six weeks after the data have been analyzed.
• C) The deception can only be something a "reasonable person" would consider acceptable.
• D) The deception cannot conceal a real risk or danger to participants.

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