Informed Consent of Participants Is Often a Problem for Researchers

question 16

Multiple Choice

Informed consent of participants is often a problem for researchers because:

• A)understanding and signing the informed consent is time-consuming.
• B)knowledge of the hypothesis may bias the participants' responses.
• C)participants are rarely interested to know the details of the experiment.
• D)researchers themselves are not informed completely about the procedures.

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Definitions:

Maximum Heart Rate

The highest number of times your heart can safely beat in a minute during maximum physical exertion, used to guide exercise intensity.

Resting Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per minute while at rest, which is an indicator of aerobic fitness and overall heart health.

ACSM Frequency Recommendation

Guidelines set by the American College of Sports Medicine regarding the recommended frequency of exercise for maintaining or improving health.

Moderate-intensity Exercise

Physical activities that elevate the heart rate and breathing but still allow for conversation; includes activities like brisk walking, moderate cycling, or water aerobics.