#1
Which of the following is an example of a potential ethical issue in psychological research?
Misrepresentation of data
ExplanationPresenting data inaccurately or deceptively.
#2
Informed consent in psychological research refers to:
Participants being aware of the true purpose of the study and agreeing to participate
ExplanationParticipants understanding the study's purpose and agreeing to take part.
#3
Which of the following is an example of plagiarism in psychological research?
Using someone else's words or ideas without giving proper credit
ExplanationPassing off others' work as one's own without credit.
#4
What does the term 'confidentiality' refer to in psychological research?
Keeping participants' personal information secure and not disclosing it without permission
ExplanationProtecting participants' privacy and data.
#5
What does the term 'informed consent' imply in psychological research?
Participants are aware of the study's purpose and procedures before agreeing to participate
ExplanationParticipants fully understanding study details before participation.
#6
Which principle emphasizes the importance of minimizing harm to participants in psychological research?
Beneficence
ExplanationPrioritizing the well-being of participants.
#7
What is the term for the process of fully explaining the purposes and procedures of a research study to participants?
Informed consent
ExplanationEnsuring participants understand study details before participating.
#8
Which ethical principle suggests that participants should be able to withdraw from a study at any time without penalty?
Voluntary participation
ExplanationAllowing participants to leave a study without consequence.
#9
What is the purpose of a debriefing session in psychological research?
To provide participants with information about the study's purpose and procedures
ExplanationInforming participants about the study after its completion.
#10
What is the primary purpose of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) in psychological research?
To review and approve research studies to ensure ethical standards are met
ExplanationEnsuring research adheres to ethical guidelines.
#11
Which of the following is NOT a guideline for ethical treatment of research participants?
Using deception without informing participants
ExplanationDeceiving participants without their knowledge violates ethics.
#12
Which of the following is an example of a potential conflict of interest in psychological research?
A researcher receiving funding from a pharmaceutical company whose product is being studied
ExplanationFinancial ties influencing research outcomes.
#13
What is the term for the process of ensuring that the benefits of research outweigh any potential risks to participants?
Risk-benefit analysis
ExplanationWeighing research risks against benefits.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining informed consent from research participants?
Explaining how participants will be compensated for their time
ExplanationCompensation details aren't essential for consent.
#15
Which of the following is NOT a component of research integrity in psychological research?
Falsifying research data
ExplanationFabricating or manipulating research results violates integrity.