Imagine you were conducting a research study that involved administering a test. In which of the following cases would you need to obtain consent?
A) when consent was implied
B) State law required the testing.
C) The purpose was to evaluate if the person could make decisions.
D) The individual was a minor, under 18 years of age.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In the case of administering a test to a minor, consent must be obtained from their parent or legal guardian as they are not yet legally able to consent on their own. Consent may not be implied, and state law alone does not override the need for consent. Additionally, if the purpose of the test is to evaluate the individual's decision-making abilities, it is even more important to obtain informed consent.

Imagine You Were Conducting a Research Study That Involved Administering