Which of the following is true of the APA's guideline regarding "necessity"?
A) The animal must,under no circumstances,suffer pain or distress.
B) The animal must not die as a result of the procedures.
C) The animal must be cared for in a manner that ensures good health.
D) The research must be necessary to significantly advance the understanding of human or animal behavior and mental processes.

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The APA's guideline regarding "necessity" states that the research must be necessary to significantly advance the understanding of human or animal behavior and mental processes. This means that the research must be deemed necessary and important enough to justify any potential harm or discomfort to the animals involved. The other options (A, B, and C) are important considerations, but they do not fully encompass the concept of "necessity" as defined by the APA.

Which of the Following Is True of the APA's Guideline