What is the researcher's responsibility when referring to a person who belongs to and/or identifies as part of a group, such as racial/ethnic, sexual orientation, and persons with disabilities?
A) Always use the practice that has historically been most commonly used so that everyone reading your report will know who you are talking about
B) Try your best to use the label that your participants prefer
C) Use any approach that you like and do not let "political correctness" arguments persuade you to do otherwise
D) Use as many labels as possible

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Researchers should respect and use the labels that participants prefer to ensure accurate representation and avoid perpetuating stereotypes or biases.

What Is the Researcher's Responsibility When Referring to a Person