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2 DEC SS Q.22

0. The issue of research ethics becomes relevant in which of the following stages of research?
(a) Problem selection
(b) Hypothesis formulation
(c) Hypothesis testing
(d) Data analysis and interpretation
( e) Defining of research population
Choose correct answer from the options given below:

  • Option : B
  • Explanation : Problem selection and hypothesis formulation are done by the researcher keeping in mind their interest, availability of resources, and relevance to the existing body of knowledge. There is no ethical concern involved at these stages. However, during hypothesis testing, data analysis and interpretation, data collected from the respondents are used and this throws the ethical concerns about their privacy, confidentiality, etc.
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