Four-Year-Old Jane Took Part in a Research Study That Investigated

question 73

Multiple Choice

Four-year-old Jane took part in a research study that investigated the effects of junk food on obesity in children.When the study was published in a research journal, Jane's name appeared in the article.What guideline of ethical research involving children was violated?

• A)The researchers must receive proper approval for conducting the study.
• B)Children and parents must be informed of the purposes of the research.
• C)Parental participation must be obtained.
• D)A child's identity must remain confidential.

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