When a Researcher Indicates That Assent for Participation Was Gained

question 6

Multiple Choice

When a researcher indicates that assent for participation was gained in a study involving 10-year-old children,this indicates which has occurred?

• A) The children gave informed consent to participate in the study.
• B) The children have agreed to be subjects in the study.
• C) The parents granted approval for their children to participate.
• D) The parents do not need to give consent because the children gave consent.

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