What does an IRB do if a proposed research project is found to violate the rules governing ethical research practices?
a. It would turn down that study.
b. It would suggest that the study be conducted in a different country where research ethics rules are less stringent.
c. It would insist that the researcher show a greater potential for human gain before approving the project.
d. It would only approve the research if the institution for which the board worked stood to gain serious financial benefits as a result of the unethical research.
Answer: A
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