Which Type of Study Is Not Compatible with Obtaining Informed

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which type of study is not compatible with obtaining informed consent?

• A) laboratory experiments
• B) survey research
• C) covert participation observation
• D) structured observation

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Definitions:

Clayton Alderfer

A psychologist known for developing ERG theory, which categorizes human needs into existence, relatedness, and growth categories.

Prepotent Levels

Dominant or primary stages in a hierarchy of needs or motivations, often compelling an individual to act to fulfill them before addressing less critical needs.

Equity Theory

A theory of motivation that suggests employees are motivated to achieve equity or fairness in the workplace, particularly in relation to others.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, driving individuals to pursue and achieve objectives.