Dina Is in the Early Stages of Designing an Observational

Multiple Choice

Dina is in the early stages of designing an observational study of Catholic nuns. As an atheist, Dina is unsure of how to recruit and approach her intended population of research participants without having any contacts within the church community or the charity groups the nuns organize. The type of research design issue that Dina is concerned about is ________.

A) settings that might make participants vulnerable
B) confidentiality
C) gaining access to participants
D) informed consent