Which of the Following Is Not a Practice Dictated by the American

question 147

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a practice dictated by the American Psychological Association's ethical guidelines for the use of human participants?

• A) Participants must give informed consent prior to participating in a research project.
• B) Participants have the right to cease participation at any time.
• C) Participants must be debriefed at the conclusion of the study.
• D) Data collected from participants is not subject to confidentiality guidelines.

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Definitions:

Investment

The allocation of resources, such as capital or time, in the expectation of generating an income or profit.

Investment Options

Various vehicles through which individuals and entities can invest their money, potentially including stocks, bonds, real estate, mutual funds, and more.

Present Value

The current equivalent of a future sum of money or cash flow series, using a set rate of return for calculation.

Annual Payments

Regular payments made once a year, often associated with loans, annuities, or insurance policies, to settle obligations or distribute income.