Which of the Following Is Not a Current Ethical Standard

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a current ethical standard concerning the treatment of human subjects?

• A) Research should cause no more than a minimal risk of harm to subjects.
• B) Confidentiality must be maintained unless explicitly waived.
• C) Subjects should be compensated for their time and effort.
• D) Researchers should fully disclose purposes of research.

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Definitions:

Routine Inquiry

A regular or standardized request for information, often part of everyday business or research practices.

Buffer

A temporary storage area or protective barrier that mitigates the impact of changes or differences between systems or entities.

Persuasive Opening

The initial part of a communication intended to capture attention and influence the audience's attitude or behavior positively towards a particular argument or viewpoint.

Routine Message

A type of communication that deals with day-to-day operations and transactions, often procedural.