An investigator conducted a study in a second-grade classroom. She obtained permission from the teacher and the principal only. Which of the following research rights was violated?

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The research right that was violated in this scenario is informed consent. Informed consent requires that participants (or their legal guardians) are fully informed about the nature of the study, its risks and benefits, and their right to choose whether or not to participate. In this case, the investigator obtained permission from the teacher and principal, but did not inform the parents/guardians of the second-grade students. This violates the right to informed consent.

An Investigator Conducted a Study in a Second-Grade Classroom