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The Code of Ethics of the American Sociological Association applies only to sociologists working in colleges and universities.
The Code of Ethics of the American Sociological Association applies only to sociologists working in colleges and universities.
False (B)
Ethical Standards provide enforceable rules of conduct for sociologists.
Ethical Standards provide enforceable rules of conduct for sociologists.
True (A)
Conduct that is not addressed by the Code of Ethics is considered neutral and not applicable.
Conduct that is not addressed by the Code of Ethics is considered neutral and not applicable.
False (B)
Consulting with others concerning ethical problems is not necessary for sociologists.
Consulting with others concerning ethical problems is not necessary for sociologists.
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Sociologists can violate the values and rules specified in the Code of Ethics if necessary.
Sociologists can violate the values and rules specified in the Code of Ethics if necessary.
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Sociologists must always obtain informed consent from research participants before involving them in a study.
Sociologists must always obtain informed consent from research participants before involving them in a study.
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Participants have the right to withdraw from a research study without any penalty.
Participants have the right to withdraw from a research study without any penalty.
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Research conducted in public places always requires obtaining consent from individuals.
Research conducted in public places always requires obtaining consent from individuals.
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Informed consent is considered a one-time process and does not require subsequent reminders.
Informed consent is considered a one-time process and does not require subsequent reminders.
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Sociologists always need informed consent when using information from public internet sites.
Sociologists always need informed consent when using information from public internet sites.
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Deception is allowed in research if the study has the possibility of scientific, educational, or applied value.
Deception is allowed in research if the study has the possibility of scientific, educational, or applied value.
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Sociologists may deceive research participants about significant aspects of the research that would affect their willingness to participate.
Sociologists may deceive research participants about significant aspects of the research that would affect their willingness to participate.
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Sociologists generally conceal their identities from research participants.
Sociologists generally conceal their identities from research participants.
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Sociologists always obtain informed consent before recording research participants in any form.
Sociologists always obtain informed consent before recording research participants in any form.
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Sociologists are allowed to use deceptive techniques without any conditions or approvals if it is considered in the best interests of meeting scientific objectives.
Sociologists are allowed to use deceptive techniques without any conditions or approvals if it is considered in the best interests of meeting scientific objectives.
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