Which Ethical Principle Means That the Benefits and Risks of Participation

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which ethical principle means that the benefits and risks of participation in research must be spread equally across individuals and groups?

• A) beneficence
• B) autonomy
• C) integrity
• D) justice

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Definitions:

Social Sciences

Social sciences are a group of academic disciplines that study societies and the relationships among individuals within those societies, including subjects like sociology, psychology, and economics.

Participant Observation

A research method used in social sciences where the researcher immerses themselves in the community or group being studied to observe behaviors and interactions directly.

Sociologists

Scientists who study societies, including patterns of social relationships, social interaction, and culture.

Social Milieu

The social environment or setting in which an individual lives or operates, consisting of social norms, values, and practices.