Consent forms in active consent can dramatically reduce participation because ______.
A) consent forms are sent to the wrong participants
B) parents do not know they have to fill out a consent form
C) children do not know how to fill out a consent form
D) many parents simply do not bother to respond to mailed consent forms

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Active consent requires a parent or guardian to actively acknowledge and permit their child's participation in a study or activity. This process often involves returning a signed consent form. However, the requirement for active consent can lead to a significant reduction in participation rates because many parents may neglect or forget to return the consent forms, regardless of their actual willingness for their child to participate.

Consent Forms in Active Consent Can Dramatically Reduce Participation Because