In an experiment in which participants have been deceived, the researcher has the ethical responsibility to inform them:
A) of the deception at the end of the study
B) in writing at the beginning of the study of the specific nature of the deception
C) that all psychological research involves deception
D) only if they ask

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Debriefing participants about the nature of the deception at the end of the study is a standard ethical practice. It ensures that participants are fully informed about the purposes and outcomes of the research, including any deceptive elements, once their participation is complete. This process helps to maintain trust in the research process and addresses any potential ethical concerns raised by the use of deception.

In an Experiment in Which Participants Have Been Deceived, the Researcher