Ethical Guidelines in Quantitative Research

Question 1

What is Research?

Answer 1

-systematic and organized process of investigation
-involves the collection and analysis of information to answer specific questions, solve problems

Question 2

It refers to unethical and fraudulent practices that compromise the integrity, validity, and reliability of scientific or academic investigations.

Answer 2

Scientific Misconduct

Question 3

Scientific Misconduct

Answer 3

Fabrication
Plagiarism
Falsification
Salami Slicing

Question 4

Creating, inventing, or manipulating data that never existed, leading to false or misleading research findings.

Answer 4

Fabrication

Question 5

Presenting someone else’s ideas, words, or work as one’s own without proper acknowledgment, violating the principles of academic honesty.

Answer 5

Plagiarism

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Manipulating or altering data to present a distorted or inaccurate representation of the research results.

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Falsification

Question 7

It is the unethical practice of dividing a research paper into parts or subsections and sending these parts for publication.

Answer 7

Salami Slicing

Question 8

Misrepresentation of Authorship

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Coercion of Authorship
Denial of Authorship
Honorary Authorship
Ghost Authorship

Question 9

Forcing someone to be listed as an author against their will or without substantial contribution to the research, typically due to power dynamics or undue influence.

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Coercion of Authorship

Question 10

Refusing to credit an individual who has made a significant contribution to the research, either intentionally or negligently, excluding them from the authorship list.

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Denial of Authorship

Question 11

Including someone as an author who has not made a substantial contribution to the research, often as a favor or for prestige, rather than based on their actual involvement.

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Honorary Authorship

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Involving individuals in the research process who contribute significantly but are not acknowledged or credited as authors, misleading readers about the true extent of collaboration.

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Ghost Authorship

Question 13

Adherence to its principles not only enhances the reputation of institutions and individuals but also ensures the long-term sustainability and social responsibility of research endeavors.

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Importance of Ethics

Question 14

They are crucial in research to protect human subjects, maintain public trust, and promote objectivity, accountability, and collaboration.

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Importance of Ethics

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Ethical Standards

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Confidentiality
Veracity
Fidelity
Minimizing Harm
Informed Consent
Voluntary Participation
Fairness and Equity

Question 16

obligation of researchers to prevent unauthorized access to data collected from participants

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Confidentiality

Question 17

accuracy and truthfulness of the data collected and analyzed

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Veracity

Question 18

reliability, and dependability of the research findings

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Fidelity

Question 19

taking ethical precautions and implementing strategies to protect participants from potential negative consequences associated with the study

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Minimizing Harm

Question 20

process of telling potential research participants about the key elements of a research study and what their participation will involve

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Informed Consent

Question 21

Any participation in a research study is completely voluntary

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Voluntary Participation

Question 22

Researchers should ensure fairness in participant selection and avoid biases that could compromise the study’s validity.

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Fairness and Equity