Questions: In the context of ethics guidelines in psychological research, identify a true statement about deception. Multiple Choice Participants in studies involving deception are unable to withdraw their consent. Participants in studies involving deception are likely to be harmed during the study. Researchers who employ deception in their studies avoid debriefing the participants even after the study's completion. Researchers who employ deception in their studies must be able to justify lying to participants.

The answer is: Researchers who employ deception in their studies must be able to justify lying to participants.

This statement is false. Ethical guidelines in psychological research, such as those outlined by the American Psychological Association (APA), emphasize that participants must be able to withdraw their consent at any time, regardless of whether deception is involved.

This statement is misleading. While there is a potential for harm in any study, ethical guidelines require that researchers minimize harm and ensure that the potential benefits outweigh any risks. Deception should not increase the likelihood of harm.

This statement is false. Ethical guidelines mandate that researchers debrief participants after the study, especially if deception was used. Debriefing involves explaining the true nature of the study and the reasons for the deception.

This statement is true. Ethical guidelines require that researchers justify the use of deception by demonstrating that it is necessary for the study's goals and that no alternative methods are available. Additionally, the potential benefits of the research must outweigh any risks associated with the deception.