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Significant Ethical Concern

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A significant ethical concern refers to a moral issue or dilemma that arises when conducting research or implementing practices that may potentially harm participants or violate their rights.

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