DrKing Was Interested in Conducting a Study Involving Adolescent Males

question 139

Multiple Choice

Dr.King was interested in conducting a study involving adolescent males in a corrections setting.Facility staff informed individuals who refused to participate in her study that they would receive consequences for their nonparticipation,such as additional yard work and cleaning detail.Why was Dr.King so concerned?

• A) Dr.King had never worked in a corrections setting and was afraid she might be hurt.
• B) Dr.King knew this violated the ethical principle of freedom from exertion.
• C) Dr.King knew this violated the ethical principle of freedom from coercion.
• D) Dr.King knew this violated the ethical principle of limited deception.

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