Which of the Following Best Describes the Ethical Principle of Informed

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the ethical principle of informed consent?

A) The good achieved by technology must outweigh the harm or risk. Moreover, there must be no alternative that achieves the same or comparable benefits with less harm or risk
B) Those affected by technology should understand and accept the risks
C) The benefits and burdens of technology should be distributed fairly. Those who benefit should bear their fair share of the risks, and those who do not benefit should not suffer a significant increase in risk
D) Even if judged acceptable by the other guidelines, the technology must be implemented so as to avoid all unnecessary risks