Researchers generally agree that debriefing
A) is an optional procedure whose primary purpose is subject enlightenment.
B) is easier to carry out in field experiments than in laboratory experiments.
C) should be omitted when participants have been deceived because the revelation of deception may prove embarrassing.
D) may provide important information about how participants reacted to experimental procedures.

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Debriefing is important as it helps researchers understand participants' reactions and ensures ethical standards by informing them about the study's true nature, especially if deception was involved.

Researchers Generally Agree That Debriefing