AP PSYCHOLOGY

RESEARCH METHODS THINKING CRITICALLY WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE

PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH AND ETHICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A “code of ethics” is most like ____
A
A guide for what to consider or do before, during and after research
B
A set of punishments or consequences
C
A list of things that should be avoided
D
A list of steps that must be taken after research is done
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A code of ethics in business is a set of guiding principles intended to ensure a business and its employees act with honesty and integrity in all facets of its day-to-day operations and to only engage in acts that promote a benefit to society.

Detailed explanation-2: -Strive for honesty in all scientific communications. Honestly report data, results, methods and procedures, and publication status. Do not fabricate, falsify, or misrepresent data. Do not deceive colleagues, research sponsors, or the public.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sets the right culture. The most important benefit of a code of ethics is that it can foster an environment of trust, ethical behavior, integrity, and excellence.

Detailed explanation-4: -It is important to adhere to ethical principles in order to protect the dignity, rights and welfare of research participants. As such, all research involving human beings should be reviewed by an ethics committee to ensure that the appropriate ethical standards are being upheld.

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