The primary role of the IRB is to
A)ensure researchers are aware of federal and state laws regarding the handling of data.
B)ensure that research participants are protected from harm and invasion of privacy.
C)provide institution-specific ethical guidelines for research involving humans.
D)evaluate whether the researchers are qualified and the research will be meaningful.

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The primary role of the IRB (Institutional Review Board) is to protect the rights and welfare of human research participants. Specifically, the IRB ensures that research studies meet ethical and regulatory standards for subjects' protection and privacy.

The Primary Role of the IRB Is to