Which of the Following Statements Is Not True of an Institutional

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true of an Institutional Review Board (IRB) ?

• A) An IRB assures that researchers do not engage in unethical behavior.
• B) All IRB members must have an affiliation with the institution.
• C) An IRB can use an expedited review process where there are minimal risks.
• D) Certain types of research are exempt from the IRB process.

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Definitions:

Protein

Large molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids, essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's cells, tissues, and organs.

Cyclic AMP

Cyclic AMP (cAMP) is a second messenger important in many biological processes, including the regulation of metabolism, gene transcription, and cell signaling.

Nucleotide

The basic building block of nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, consisting of a sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogenous base.

Purines

Nitrogenous bases with carbon and nitrogen atoms in two attached rings (e.g., adenine and guanine); components of nucleic acids, ATP, GTP, NAD1, and certain other biologically active substances. Compare with pyrimidines.