Which of the Following Is False Regarding Ethics in Research

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false regarding ethics in research methods?

• A) Historically, researchers in criminal justice areas simply self-imposed research standards and ethics.
• B) Recently, academic organizations have started implementing research guidelines.
• C) As academic research guidelines are not legally binding, individual researchers are not required to uphold the guidelines.
• D) None of the above

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