Mandela Effect Quiz Professional Standards & Ethics 2

Question 1

In Loftus and Palmer's 1974 car-crash study, which verb in the question produced the highest speed estimates?

Accepted Answer

Smashed

Answer

Participants asked about cars that 'smashed' gave higher speed estimates, showing how wording can alter memory.

Question 2

Which three principles are named in the Belmont Report on research ethics?

Accepted Answer

Respect for persons, beneficence, justice

Answer

The Belmont Report (1979) set respect for persons, beneficence, and justice as the foundation for human-subjects research.

Question 3

What is the main purpose of an Institutional Review Board (IRB)?

Accepted Answer

To protect the rights and welfare of human research participants

Answer

IRBs review proposed studies to ensure risks are minimized and participants are protected.

Question 4

Loftus and Pickrell's 'lost in the mall' study raised ethical concern mainly because it involved what?

Accepted Answer

Deliberately planting a false childhood memory

Answer

Implanting false memories can cause confusion or distress, so such studies need careful oversight and debriefing.

Question 5

What is the purpose of debriefing after a study that used deception?

Accepted Answer

To reveal the true purpose and address any harm or confusion

Answer

Debriefing restores transparency and lets researchers correct misconceptions created by the deception.

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