AP PSYCHOLOGY

RESEARCH METHODS THINKING CRITICALLY WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE

PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH AND ETHICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
I carry out research on chemical weapons. I test some chemicals on people. It burns their skin and leaves permanent scarring. Which ethical research rule have I not respected?
A
informed consent
B
cause no harm
C
right to withdraw
D
confidentiality
E
deceptive practices
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The four fundamental principles of ethics which are being underscored are autonomy, non-maleficence, beneficence, and justice.

Detailed explanation-2: -Researchers must implement specific protections to minimize all forms of discomfort and harm to align with the principle of beneficence. Under the principle of beneficence, researchers must also protect participants from exploitation.

Detailed explanation-3: -Ethical considerations in research are a set of principles that guide your research designs and practices. These principles include voluntary participation, informed consent, anonymity, confidentiality, potential for harm, and results communication.

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