Nigel, Age 17, Is a High School Student Attending Classes

question 4

Multiple Choice

Nigel, age 17, is a high school student attending classes at a local community college. He was asked to sign consent to participate in a research study for one of his classes for extra credit. Can Nigel participate without his parent's consent?

• A) Yes, because he is attending a post-secondary institution, his parent's consent is not necessary.
• B) No, Nigel can only participate if his parents consent to his participation.
• C) Yes, Nigel wants to participate and at his age his assent overrides parental consent.
• D) No, it is always unethical for students to participate in studies for extra credit.

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