Prior to participation in a psychological study at your college, you are given information that clarifies the obligations and responsibilities of both you and the researcher in the study. This fulfills the ethical requirement that all psychological studies include ____.
A) informed consent
B) debriefing
C) confidentiality
D) complete disclosure of any deception

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Informed consent is the ethical requirement that dictates that participants in a psychological study must be given information about the study and their rights as participants before they can decide whether or not to participate. This information includes the purpose of the study, the procedures involved, and any risks or benefits of participation. Informed consent ensures that participants are fully aware of what they are agreeing to when they participate in research.

Prior to Participation in a Psychological Study at Your College