Research Ethics Principles

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of research according to the text?

Systematic - follows orderly and sequential procedure
Subjective, Biased, & Illogical - all findings are logically based on empirical (correct)
Empirical - based on observations and experimentation on theories
Controlled - all variables except those that are tested/experimented upon are kept constant

What is the main purpose of the 'Employs hypothesis' characteristic of research mentioned in the text?

To make the research more controlled
To guide the investigation process (correct)
To ensure research is empirical
To make the research more systematic

Which step in the research procedure involves evaluating the sources used in the research?

Step 5: Make notes
Step 2: Do a preliminary search for information
Step 4: Evaluate your sources (correct)
Step 3: Locate materials

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an importance of research in everyday life in the text?

Improves critical thinking and problem-solving skills (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of research that involves using numerical measures and statistical methods?

Employs quantitative or statistical methods (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is identified as an ethical principle for research in the text?

Honesty (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an ethical principle for research according to the given text?

Maintaining confidentiality of research participants (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an important aspect of research integrity?

Keeping promises and acting with sincerity (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which principle emphasizes the importance of being prepared to explain and justify one's actions in a research project?

Accountability (B) Signup and view all the answers

Researchers should avoid which of the following practices?

Fabricating, falsifying, or misrepresenting data (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which principle encourages researchers to be open to criticism and new ideas?

Openness (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following practices is NOT encouraged for researchers?

Using unpublished data, methods, or results without permission (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of responsible research conduct outlined in the text?

Seeking financial gain as the primary motivation for publishing research (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason researchers should avoid wasteful and duplicative publication?

To prevent the misuse of research funds and resources (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key ethical principle for conducting research on human subjects, as outlined in the text?

Maximizing benefits and minimizing harms to research participants (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the principles outlined in the text regarding responsible research conduct?

To ensure research is conducted in a way that benefits society as a whole (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following research practices is specifically discouraged in the text?

Reusing data or methods from previous studies (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary rationale given in the text for maintaining professional competence and expertise through lifelong learning?

To promote the overall competence and integrity of the scientific community (C) Signup and view all the answers