Why Would the Respect for Persons Principle Dictate That Minor

Short Answer

Why would the respect for persons principle dictate that minor children participating in a research study be entitled to protection, compared to subjects in a research study involving working adults 25 to 45 years of age?
A) Parents are not present with their children.
B) Participants must provide informed consent.
C) Nurses do good and minimize potential harm.
D) Minor children have diminished autonomy.