Which of the following statements about the relationship between an institution and the institution's IRB(s) is correct?

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The question asks to choose the most accurate statement that describes the relationship between an institution and its Institutional Review Board (IRB). The options discuss the influence or authority of institutional bodies (priorities, officials, department chairs) over IRB decisions (approvals or disapprovals).

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Officials of the institution may overrule an IRB approval.

The correct statement is: Officials of the institution may overrule an IRB approval.

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The correct statement is: Officials of the institution may overrule an IRB approval.

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An IRB is an administrative body established to protect the rights and welfare of human research subjects recruited to participate in research activities conducted under the auspices of the institution with which the IRB is affiliated.

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An institution cannot overrule an IRB's disapproval.

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