The Use of Control Groups Has Been Criticized on Ethical

question 39

Multiple Choice

The use of control groups has been criticized on ethical grounds because

• A)those in control groups seldom have the opportunity to give informed consent
• B)control group participants aren't debriefed
• C)control group participants could be missing an effective therapy
• D)those in control groups, because they are still waiting for therapy, are more likely to have their privacy violated

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Definitions:

Principal Had Dealt

A legal principle indicating acts or decisions made by an agent are legally binding on the principle if the agent acts within their authority.

Agent's Functioning

The actions carried out by an agent on behalf of a principal in the course of their agency relationship.

Fiduciary Duty

A legal obligation of one party to act in the best interest of another when in a position of trust, such as between a trustee and the beneficiaries.

Act On Behalf

To take actions or make decisions as a representative or agent for another person or entity.