Which of the Following Practices Might Be Unethical

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of the following practices might be unethical?

• A)the use of secondary data alone when the research requires primary data collection
• B)The client is billed a fixed fee for the project.
• C)the unnecessary collection of expensive primary data when the research problem can be addressed based on secondary sources alone
• D)Both A and C are correct.

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Definitions:

Emotionally Disturbed

Refers to individuals who exhibit significant difficulty in emotional regulation, leading to behaviors that are socially unacceptable or disruptive, often diagnosed in children and adolescents within educational settings.

Humanistic Psychology

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the study of the whole person, and sees people as inherently good and motivated to seek self-fulfillment and actualization.

Hereditary Component

The genetic aspect of an individual's traits, characteristics, and predispositions inherited from their ancestors.

Inferiority Complex

A psychological condition that arises from feelings of inadequacy and inability to deal with others, often resulting in extreme shyness or excessive compensation.