A Research Participant Walked Out During the Middle of an Experiment

question 128

Multiple Choice

A research participant walked out during the middle of an experiment without completing the research task.Which of the following statements is true regarding this incident?

• A) The participant cannot be penalized for withdrawing.
• B) The participant violated the principle of necessity.
• C) The research task was not free from coercion.
• D) The researcher used unethical principles.

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