Which of the following could be viewed as coercing respondents to participate in a research study?
A) Offering a participant $5.00 for participation
B) Letting the participant know the benefits of participation
C) Offering to pay parking costs while participating in the study
D) Offering a respondent $500 for participation

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Offering a respondent $500 for participation could be viewed as coercive because it implies that the researcher really needs their participation and is willing to spend a large amount of money to convince them to do so. This could pressure potential participants into participating even if they are not fully comfortable with it or do not fully understand the risks and benefits of the study. Offering a small incentive or covering minor expenses, such as parking costs, is not considered coercive as long as participation is voluntary and participants are given informed consent.

Which of the Following Could Be Viewed as Coercing Respondents