Explanation : The preface of a thesis includes the
researcher's experiences during the study
and the writing of the report. It also thanks
people who have helped with the thesis
including the respondents of questionnaires.
Not acknowledging the help and support of
the respondents is an unethical act, as the
report would not have taken shape without
their contribution.
Technical lapse is straying from the
standard, accepted norms or formats. Willful
negligence is ignoring or not acknowledging
something on purpose. Lack of respect is
not relevant here.