Which of the following statements about research with animals is incorrect?
A) Animals are no longer allowed to be used in research in which it would be clearly unethical to use humans.
B) Scientists who oppose animal rights activists argue that the goals of scientific research justify some animal suffering, although they agree it should be minimized.
C) Animals are only used in about 7 percent of psychological research.
D) Animal researchers do not use anesthesia in surgery, causing some concern about pain.

Question

Which of the following statements about research with animals is incorrect?
A) Animals are no longer allowed to be used in research in which it would be clearly unethical to use humans. 
B) Scientists who oppose animal rights activists argue that the goals of scientific research justify some animal suffering, although they agree it should be minimized.
C) Animals are only used in about 7 percent of psychological research.
D) Animal researchers do not use anesthesia in surgery, causing some concern about pain.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Animal research is still permitted in cases where it would be unethical to use humans, provided that ethical guidelines are followed to minimize suffering.

Which of the Following Statements About Research with Animals Is