Q4. Conducting Ethical Research

Informed consent requires participants to fully understand the purpose, risks, and benefits of the research before agreeing to participate.

• True

• False

Fabricating data is unethical and violates the integrity of research.

• True

• False

The principle of beneficence ensures that research maximizes benefits and minimizes harm to participants.

• True

• False

Minors require parental or guardian consent to participate in most studies.

• True

• False

Anonymity means the identity of participants is not known, while confidentiality means their information is protected from unauthorized access.

• True

• False

The principle of justice requires fair distribution of research benefits and burdens.

• True

• False

Deception can be ethical if it is necessary, minimal, and approved by an ethics review board.

• True

• False

Participants have the right to withdraw from research at any time without facing penalties.

• True

• False

Monetary compensation is not mandatory in all research; it depends on the study and ethics guidelines.

• True

• False

Respect and dignity are fundamental ethical principles in research.

• True

• False