A researcher describes the unique characteristics of an individual research participant and uses the participant's real first name when writing about her study. Which ethical principle is being compromised?

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The researcher is compromising the principle of confidentiality by using the participant's real first name instead of keeping their identity anonymous. This could potentially lead to the participant's personal information being shared or exposed without their consent, which violates their right to privacy.

A Researcher Describes the Unique Characteristics of an Individual Research