If a Child Is Participating as a Control Subject in a Study

question 22

Multiple Choice

If a child is participating as a control subject in a study, according to APA guidelines

• A) the child must be protected from harm.
• B) the child may choose which experimental group to be in.
• C) the child is required to participate in both experimental and control groups.
• D) the child must have access to beneficial treatment if available.

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