A Friend of Yours Was Asked to Be a Research

question 29

Multiple Choice

A friend of yours was asked to be a research participant for a study investigating the effect of a pain reliever on muscle tears. In order to test the effectiveness of the drug, your friend will need to engage in physical activity that results in small tears in the muscles of the forearm. You caution that all studies involving human subjects must include

• A) freedom from risks.
• B) monetary benefits for participants.
• C) informed consent.
• D) parental consent even if over the age of 18 years.
• E) freedom from benefits.

Understand the purposes and proper use of bulleted and numbered lists in business writing.

Recognize the utility of informative headings and subheadings in guiding readers through a document.

Comprehend the revision process and its significance in improving the first drafts.

Grasp methods to improve the readability and clarity of messages.

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, which integrates information received from the body and directs activity.

Pancreas

An organ in the digestive and endocrine systems that produces hormones such as insulin and digestive enzymes.

Insulin

A substance created in the pancreas that controls the levels of blood sugar by enabling cells to take in glucose.

Diabetes

A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood, resulting from the body's inability to produce or use insulin effectively.