When George agrees to participate in a research study, he is told that he may quit at any point for any reason. The reason for this option of quitting is required by the ethical guideline the text refers to as:
A) informed consent
B) protection from harm
C) beneficial treatments
D) privacy and confidentiality

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The text defines informed consent as involving a statement of the procedures and risks, as well as the obligations of the participants and the researchers. It gives an example of informed consent as the participant's right to discontinue participation at any point for any reason without fear of punishment.

When George Agrees to Participate in a Research Study, He