Deception Is Justified in Psychological Research

question 411

Multiple Choice

Deception is justified in psychological research

• A)as long as the researcher debriefs with the participants
• B)only when there are no other alternatives available
• C)when other alternatives may be available, but the study has benefits that clearly outweigh the costs of using deception
• D)when there are no other alternatives available and the study has benefits that clearly outweigh the costs of using deception

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Definitions:

Goal-setting Research

Studies focusing on how setting goals influences performance, motivation, and achievement.

Procedural Justice

The fairness in the processes that resolve disputes and allocate resources.

Rules and Procedures

Established guidelines and systematic methods designed to organize and standardize actions within an organization or activity.

Personal in Nature

Refers to something that is intended for or affects an individual in a private, intimate, or personal capacity.