An Internet research gives potential participants a full description of the study, an informed-consent form, an opportunity to withdraw from the study, and information on how to obtain follow-up information. This Internet research:
A) raises serious ethical concerns because researchers do not know who will choose to participate.
B) poses no more ethical concerns than offline research.
C) should not be conducted because of a high potential for abuse.
D) does not require review by an IRB.

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Internet research that provides full disclosure, informed consent, and withdrawal options poses no more ethical concerns than traditional offline research, assuming it follows ethical guidelines and is reviewed by an IRB.

An Internet Research Gives Potential Participants a Full Description of the Study