The Instructor of an Introductory Sociology Class Asks His Students

question 38

Essay

The instructor of an introductory sociology class asks his students to fill out a questionnaire that he hopes to analyze and eventually publish.He tells the students that if they choose NOT to fill out the questionnaire,they will have points deducted from their next test.
Which golden rule(s)of research does this situation violate? Can you think of any potential white coat effects that come into play? Give at least one suggestion of how the instructor could handle the situation in a more ethical manner.

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Definitions:

Cytotoxic

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Gamma Emitter Isotopes

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