Four-Year-Old Janet Took Part in a Research Study on the Effects

question 107

Multiple Choice

Four-year-old Janet took part in a research study on the effects of fruit juice consumption on obesity in children. When the study was published in a research journal, Janet's name appeared in the article. What guideline of ethical research involving children was violated?

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

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Definitions:

Price

The cash amount projected, called for, or allocated in settlement for a product.

Quantity

The amount or number of a material or immaterial good that is considered separately.

Consumer Surplus

The gap between the total sum consumers can and will pay for a good or service versus what they actually spend.

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing to accept for a good versus what they actually receive, measured above the supply curve.