Which Statement Regarding Deception in Psychological Research Is TRUE

question 152

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding deception in psychological research is TRUE?

• A)Deception cannot be used.
• B)Deception is a standard practice to minimize demand characteristics and does not need to be justified.
• C)Deception can be used only when alternative procedures are not available and the study has applied or scientific value.
• D)Deception can be used anytime it answers an important scientific question.

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Definitions:

Attention Spans

The length of time a person can concentrate on a task without becoming distracted.

Kohlberg's Theory

A psychological framework proposed by Lawrence Kohlberg that outlines the stages of moral development in individuals.

Moral Development

The process through which individuals develop proper attitudes and behaviors towards other people in society, based on social and cultural norms, laws, and personal beliefs.

Pre-conventional Level

A stage in moral development where an individual's ethical reasoning is primarily based on self-interest and the consequences of actions.