An institutional review board is most likely to approve which of the following studies?
A)a survey that collects names and addresses of participants for the purposes of fundraising
B)an experimental manipulation that makes participants believe their lives are in danger, even if they are perfectly safe
C)a clinical trial in which the risks outweigh the benefits
D)a laboratory study in which participants watch a sad video and answer questions about their mood

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A laboratory study in which participants watch a sad video and answer questions about their mood would likely be approved by an institutional review board as it poses minimal risk to participants and does not involve any dangerous or unethical practices. Options A and C involve potential harm to participants, while option B involves deception and potential psychological harm.

An Institutional Review Board Is Most Likely to Approve Which