Jess works for a corporation as a research psychologist. The corporation recently revised its policies to require that researchers not provide informed consent to participants. The American Psychological Association (APA)would _____
A)understand that her employer's policies take precedence.
B)expect her to abide by the APA code of ethics anyway.
C)insist she quit her job and sue the company.
D)have her arrested.

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The APA states research must conform to federal, state and local laws and regulations, not company policies. Psychologists are expected to safeguard the human rights of participants even if a law or policy of an employer mandates violation of those rights.

Jess Works for a Corporation as a Research Psychologist