Which of the following statements most appropriately explain 'Research Ethics'?
1.It states how to write a research report flawlessly
2.It gives the methodology of researching within social norms
3.It provides a common set of dos and don'ts of conducting an ethical research
4.It protects the rights and welfare of research participants
A3 & 4 only ✓ Correct
B1 & 2 only
C1 & 3 only
D2 & 4 only
Correct answer: (A) 3 & 4 only
Explanation
Research ethics provides a common set of dos and don'ts for conducting ethical research and protects the rights and welfare of participants, so statements 3 and 4 apply.
Stating how to write a research report flawlessly concerns report writing, not ethics.
Giving the methodology of research within social norms describes methodology, not ethics.
Informed consent, confidentiality and avoiding harm are core ethical safeguards.
Ethics governs the treatment of human and animal subjects throughout the study.
Ethical review boards clear research before data collection begins.
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