An important ethical objection to conducting research on prison inmates is:
A)the inmates are not really free to give consent.
B)participation in research projects can lead inmates to experience assault at the hands of other inmates.
C)maintaining confidentiality is impossible.
D)it is difficult to maintain scientific advocacy in the prison setting.

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Inmates may not be truly free to give consent due to their incarcerated status, which can limit their autonomy and freedom to make voluntary decisions without coercion or undue influence.

An Important Ethical Objection to Conducting Research on Prison Inmates