Puntastic!
Please read this consent statement carefully before deciding whether to participate.
About the research: This experiment examines why some puns are funnier than others. You will read puns and rate their funniness
Risks and Benefits: This research has no known risks. We will explain the purpose of the experiment at the end of the experiment, along with any potential implications of the research. To receipt copies of journal articles or research summaries, email gameswithwords@gmail.com.
Confidentiality: Study participation is confidential. We do not ask or store your identity. Data is stored on a secure Unix server along with IP addresses. IP addresses will not be released or published,unlesss required by law.
Participation and Withdrawal: Your participation in this study is completely voluntary, and you may quit at any time without penalty.
Contact: Click here to contact us with questions about this research.
Agreement: By clicking "I agree," I indicate that the nature and purpose of this research have been sufficiently explained and I agree to participate in this study. I understand that I am free to withdraw at any time without incurring any penalty.
This study has been approved by the Harvard University Institutional Review Board. For questions about your rights or research-reated injury that is not being handled by the researchers, contact Jane Calhounat 617-495-5459.