Which Behavior by a Researcher Is Associated with the Ethical

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which behavior by a researcher is associated with the ethical principle of confidentiality?

• A) ensuring study participants have enough information about the study to consent to participation
• B) ensuring study participant's responses are not shared with anyone outside of the research team
• C) ensuring all statements to study participants are accurate, honest, and truthful
• D) ensuring study participants that the results of the study will not be published without consent

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Definitions:

Deliberate Action

An intentional, conscious behavior directed towards achieving a specific goal or outcome.

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Erikson

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