Trent, a doctoral student in psychology, is preparing his dissertation proposal. The institutional review board (IRB) at his university will approve his research if:
A) the research promises at least some scientific benefit
B) participants will experience no risk or discomfort during the research
C) the scientific benefit of the research outweighs the risk to the participants
D) participants are fully informed of the study's true purpose before the session begins

Question

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The IRB requires that the scientific benefit of the research outweighs the risk to the participants. Option A may not be enough to satisfy the IRB, and option B may not always be possible in certain types of research. Option D is also required, but it is not the main factor the IRB considers when approving a research proposal.

Trent, a Doctoral Student in Psychology, Is Preparing His Dissertation