If individuals are pressured into participating in research because the researcher is in a position of power or authority, then which ethical principle is being compromised?

informed consent

Explanation: The ethical principle of informed consent to has been compromised. Informed consent could be described as the permission granted by an individual to another person such as researcher, medical practitioner or other persons who may be in need or require the individuals data, consent or opinion in other to carry out or person certain actions or obligations. Informed consent to requires that an individual's permission is sought and his aware of all the consequences attached to granting such permission.

In the scenario above, principle of informed consent had been violated has the individual was coerced into participating in the research study.

the branch of biology that deals with the normal functions of living organisms and their parts.

the way in which a living organism or bodily part functions.