At the end of a study, researchers are required to provide information to a participant about the hypothesis being tested, any deception that was used, and reasons for the use of deception. This process is termed _____________.

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This is because debriefing is the process by which researchers inform participants about the study's purpose, methods, and any deception that was used. It is intended to help participants understand the study's rationale and to address any negative effects the study may have had. Informed consent (B) refers to the process of obtaining a participant's agreement to participate in a study after providing them with information about the study's purpose, procedures, and risks. Deceptive disclosure (A) is not a commonly used term in research and does not accurately describe the post-study process. Autonomy (D) refers to a person's right to make informed decisions about themselves and is not directly related to the post-study process.

At the End of a Study, Researchers Are Required to Provide