Research subjects have a right to know that they are participating in a study and what the study consists of.This is known as:
A) involuntary participation.
B) informed consent.
C) manifest content.
D) latent content.

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The right of research subjects to be informed about the study and to provide their voluntary consent is a fundamental ethical principle in research, known as informed consent. This ensures that participants understand the purpose, risks, and benefits of the study, and gives them the opportunity to decide whether or not to participate. Involuntary participation (A) would be unethical, while manifest and latent content (C, D) are related to Freudian psychoanalysis and not relevant to research ethics.

Research Subjects Have a Right to Know That They Are