Anthony is evaluating an IRB protocol that details a social psychology study on conformity. The researcher would like to conduct his work in the county jail. A review of the IRB protocol reveals that the researcher anticipates providing compensation to the sheriff, rather than to the inmates who would be the participants. For which of the following principles would this protocol be most concerning?

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The principle of justice requires that risks and benefits be fairly distributed among different populations. Compensating the sheriff instead of the inmates may raise concerns about the fairness of the study and whether the inmates are being exploited for the benefit of others without receiving appropriate compensation.

Anthony Is Evaluating an IRB Protocol That Details a Social