A Child Who Is 17 Years Old Is Able to Give

question 104

True/False

A child who is 17 years old is able to give consent to be in a research study.

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Definitions:

Born

The beginning of life or existence in a biological, metaphorical, or conceptual sense.

Cultural Context

The pattern of physical cues, environmental stimuli, and implicit understanding that convey meaning between two members of the same culture.

Physical Cues

Non-verbal signals or body language that convey feelings, intentions, or information without the use of words.

Implicit Understanding

An understanding that is not directly expressed but is assumed or inferred from actions, words, or context.