Which of the following statements BEST describe why ethical research is important?

Question

1.Ethical norms and standards encourage and promote the aims of the research being conducted.

2.Ethical research promotes values such as trust, accountability, respect and fairness in conducting research and working with other researchers and participants.

3.The ethical conduct of the researcher can determine whether they will receive funding for the research project.

4.Ethical research ensures that researchers cannot be held responsible for their behaviour and are not accountable to the public.

Select one:

Option 1, 2, 3 and 4

Option 1, 2 and 3

Option 2 and 4

Option 2, 3 and 4

Answer 1

The statements that BEST describe why ethical research is important are:

Option 1, 2 and 3

• Statement 1 is relevant because ethical norms and standards indeed support the integrity and aims of research.
• Statement 2 accurately emphasizes the core values that ethical research fosters, such as trust, accountability, respect, and fairness.
• Statement 3 highlights the practical aspect that ethical conduct can affect funding opportunities for researchers.

Statement 4 is not correct because ethical research does not mean researchers cannot be held responsible; in fact, it emphasizes accountability and responsibility.

Thus, the best option is Option 1, 2 and 3.