Due to the nature of testing and the need for sometimes justifiable deception, informed consent is not required for administration of tests.

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Informed consent is required for any procedures or interventions that involve individuals, including testing. The individual being tested must be informed of the purpose, procedures, and possible risks and benefits of the test, and provide their voluntary consent to participate. However, there are situations where deception may be necessary for testing purposes, in which case the individual must still provide their informed consent after being fully debriefed about the nature of the deception.

Due to the Nature of Testing and the Need for Sometimes