The statement "Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) evaluate sociological studies after they have been conducted to make sure they were ethically done" is FALSE.
Here's why:
1. IRBs, also known as Ethics Review Committees, actually review research proposals before studies are conducted, not after. This is done to ensure that the research is designed in an ethical manner and that the rights and well-being of participants are protected.
2. IRBs assess various aspects of a study, including the methodology, the informed consent process, potential risks to participants, and how data will be handled. By reviewing these aspects before the study begins, IRBs help researchers conduct studies ethically and responsibly.
3. Once a study has been completed, researchers may still need to report back to the IRB with findings, especially if there were any unforeseen ethical issues that arose during the course of the research.
In conclusion, IRBs evaluate sociological studies before they are conducted to ensure ethical standards are met, not after.
