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The requirement in research that specifies that researchers must notify participants about the nature of the research participation and any risks involved is known as

AAnonymity
BConfidentiality
CInformed consent ✓ Correct
DCoercion
Correct answer: (C) Informed consent
Explanation

Informed consent requires notifying participants about the nature of the research and any risks involved.

It lets a person decide rationally and voluntarily whether to take part.

Anonymity means the researcher cannot link responses to individual identities.

Confidentiality means identifying information is known but kept protected.

Coercion is pressuring someone to participate, the opposite of free consent.

Valid consent must be given knowingly, freely and without deception.

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