The most difficult ethical concern with regard to the privacy issue has to do with whether or not to use
A) concealed observation of behaviour in a public place.
B) concealed observation of behaviour in a private setting.
C) simulation studies with the participant's consent.
D) simulation studies without the participant's consent.

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Concealed observation of behavior in a private setting raises very serious ethical concerns around invasion of privacy. This type of observation should only be used in very specific circumstances, such as when the behavior being studied is related to an urgent public health concern, and only with comprehensive informed consent from participants. The other options (A, C, D) may also raise ethical concerns, but not to the same extent as concealed observation of behavior in a private setting.

The Most Difficult Ethical Concern with Regard to the Privacy