Kitchener and Anderson (2011) suggested nine principles for responding to ethical dilemmas faced by a researcher. One of the principles states that:

A) a researcher should slow down to reflect on a situation and come up with a calculated response when faced with an ethical dilemma.
B) a researcher should avoid referring to previous articles to prevent biases from creeping into his or her research design.
C) a researcher should consider routinely assessing the psychological adjustment and reaction of the participants involved in a study in various ways.
D) a researcher should be true to the spirit of creation of new knowledge and not let assumptions of other colleagues cloud his or her judgment.

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Final Answer : A, Explanation :  This principle emphasizes the importance of taking the time to carefully consider ethical dilemmas and make a thoughtful decision. It is important for researchers to avoid responding impulsively or simply relying on past practices without analyzing the specific situation at hand.

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