Which of the Following Is a Major Function of an Ethics

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major function of an ethics review board?

• A) Conduct continuing review of long-term research projects
• B) Protect researchers by preventing them from engaging in activities that could cause harm
• C) Legally protect the researchers' institution from the liability that could occur as a result of research activities
• D) Protect the human subjects who will participate in observational or experimental studies or whose personal information will be examined by researchers

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Definitions:

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