Which of the Following Statements Is True About Withholding Ethical

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about withholding ethical treatment from research subjects?

• A) It is typically justified in social science research.
• B) It is cause for concern and requires a review of the study's justification and design.
• C) It is never authorized in social science research as the risks always outweigh the potential benefits.
• D) It is not a consideration for social science researchers as they rarely study issues with the potential to cause harm.

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