Electric shock may be used in studies of learning with rats if certain conditions are met. According to the APA guidelines for animal research which of the following is NOT one of those conditions?
A) alternative procedures are not available
B) the minimum level of effective shock is used
C) the experimenters test the shock on themselves first
D) the animals are sedated during the procedure

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The APA guidelines for animal research emphasize minimizing discomfort and harm to animals. Sedating animals during procedures like electric shock is not a stipulated condition, as it could interfere with the learning process being studied and does not align with the principle of using the minimum level of intervention necessary.

Electric Shock May Be Used in Studies of Learning with Rats