2. Research Methods
Ethics In Research — Quiz
Test your understanding of ethics in research with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
Which ethical principle requires researchers to ensure that participants are not placed at any greater risk than they would encounter in their daily lives?
Question 2
When a researcher uses a pseudonym for a participant in a published study, which ethical consideration are they primarily upholding?
Question 3
What is the primary purpose of a research ethics committee or institutional review board (IRB) in sociological research?
Question 4
In a study involving children, what additional ethical consideration is crucial regarding consent?
Question 5
Which of the following is an example of a measure taken to mitigate potential psychological harm in a study on sensitive topics?