What Potential Ethical Issue Is Most Relevant to a Study

question 15

Multiple Choice

What potential ethical issue is most relevant to a study using an experimental design?

• A)Participants may be further marginalized during the study.
• B)The researcher may minimize the importance of a sample because of its size.
• C)Interviews conducted during the intervention may influence outcomes.
• D)Potentially disrupting the research sites.

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Definitions:

Deadweight Loss

The reduction in total surplus that results from a market distortion, such as a tax, subsidy, or price control.

Society's Welfare

A measure of the overall well-being and quality of life of the members of a society, often considered in economic terms but also including factors like health, education, and environmental quality.

Monopolist

An entity that is the sole provider of a particular product or service in the market, having significant control over pricing.

Deadweight Loss

A loss of economic efficiency that can occur when the free market equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved.