Which of the Following Is One of the Arguments Against

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is one of the arguments against the use of deception in psychological research?

• A) Deception is similar to "technical illusions" frequently used in society.
• B) Deception is sometimes required to cause participants to adopt certain attitudes or behaviors.
• C) General moral principles are occasionally suspended in other areas of life, such as in legal situations.
• D) Deception causes people to believe psychologists are "tricksters" or liars.

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