Question 1

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a Research Ethics Board (REB) in Canada?

Accepted Answer

To assess risk vs. benefit of research and ensure informed consent

Question 2

A researcher wants to study the effects of mild exercise on mood. According to ethical guidelines, what level of risk does this research most likely represent?

Accepted Answer

Moderate risk

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of informed consent in psychological research?

Accepted Answer

Guarantee of financial compensation for participation

Question 4

A study uses deception to prevent bias in participant responses. According to ethical guidelines, which condition must be met for this to be allowed?

Accepted Answer

No serious harm exists and participants are debriefed afterward

Question 5

Why is community engagement important in research involving Indigenous Peoples?

Accepted Answer

It ensures research is done with, not just on, the community, promoting self-determination

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the concept of anonymity in psychological research?

Accepted Answer

Data cannot be linked to individual participants at all

Question 7

A researcher is studying addiction using animal models. Which method is LEAST likely to be used to induce disease in animals?

Accepted Answer

Providing financial incentives to animals

Question 8

Which ethical dilemma is associated with inducing disease-like symptoms in animals for research?

Accepted Answer

Whether it is ethical to cause harm to animals if it could help millions of humans

Question 9

A researcher collects survey data online without recording names. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Anonymity

Question 10

Which of the following is a benefit of using anonymity in research data collection?

Accepted Answer

It reduces socially desirable responding and minimizes social risk

Question 11

In the Wakefield (1998) case study on MMR vaccine and autism, what was the main lesson for ethical research practice?

Accepted Answer

Replication by independent labs and disclosure of funding sources help prevent long-term consequences

Question 12

Which formula best represents the ethical balance between risk and benefit in psychological research?

Accepted Answer

$$Benefit \u003e Risk$$

Question 13

A researcher wants to use a questionnaire to measure sensitive topics such as trauma. What is an important safeguard to minimize risk for participants?

Accepted Answer

Allowing withdrawal at any time and providing support or professional help after the study

Question 14

Which of the following is a valid reason for using animal models in psychological research?

Accepted Answer

Animal models allow manipulations impossible in humans, such as brain lesions

Question 15

What is a key requirement for maintaining confidentiality in research data storage?

Accepted Answer

Data must be stored in password-protected databases or locked cabinets

Question 16

Which of the following is an example of ethically conducted risky research?

Accepted Answer

Trauma writing exercises that promote emotional adjustment and physical health

Question 17

A researcher wants to ensure that participants can withdraw from a study at any time without penalty. This requirement is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Right to withdraw

Question 18

Which of the following is a problem with traditional research involving Indigenous Peoples?

Accepted Answer

Treating participants as objects rather than partners

Question 19

Which standard is required for humane treatment of animals in research?

Accepted Answer

Minimize pain and stress

Question 20

A researcher is planning a study involving children with disabilities. What is a special requirement for informed consent in this case?

Accepted Answer

Obtaining third-party consent from a parent, guardian, or next-of-kin

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