Class 11 Computer Science · Chapter 8 · Test 2
Research Ethics
35 MCQs Covers research ethics and why they matter, and the four key principles: informed consent, confidentiality, integrity and respect for participants.
35 questions · 30 min · 35 marks
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Sample questions
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Question 1
Research ethics are:
- ARules for writing computer programs
- BPrinciples and guidelines followed by researchers to work responsibly, honestly and respectfully
- CMethods for selling products
- DLaws for building websites
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Answer: B
They protect the rights of participants.
Question 2
Which of the following refers to the principles for conducting honest and fair research?
- AResearch marketing
- BResearch design
- CResearch dissemination
- DResearch ethics
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Answer: D
Research ethics are the principles for honest and fair research.
Question 3
A student surveys classmates about social media and study habits. Ethics require the student to:
- AGet permission and keep answers confidential
- BShare names publicly
- CCollect data secretly
- DChange the answers
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Answer: A
This is informed consent and confidentiality.
Question 4
Research ethics are important because they:
- AHide the results
- BIncrease costs
- CProtect the rights and safety of participants
- DAvoid all surveys
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Answer: C
They also promote fairness, honesty and transparency.
Question 5
Which is NOT a reason why research ethics are important?
- AThey prevent false or misleading information
- BThey allow false data to spread
- CThey strengthen credibility
- DThey increase public trust in findings
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Answer: B
Ethics prevent misleading information.
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