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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