The Use of Deception in a Research Study Only Permissible

question 2

Multiple Choice

The use of deception in a research study only permissible when

• A) being straightforward about study goals would likely cause physical or emotional distress.
• B) participants are informed about the purpose of the study.
• C) it is justified by the potential benefit of the study and the use of nondeceptive procedures is not feasible.
• D) the study is conducted by a professional researcher.

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The extent to which a measure, test, or instrument yields consistent and stable results across different occasions.

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