Which research activity involving children can qualify for an exemption under Category 2 if subject to Subpart D?

Research involving aptitude testing can qualify for an exemption under Category 2 when it is subject to Subpart D of the regulations. Subpart D specifically addresses additional protections for children involved in research, recognizing their vulnerability and the need for safeguards. Category 2 exemptions pertain to research that poses minimal risk and involves educational practices, which can include assessments of educational strategies or aptitude testing.

Aptitude testing typically evaluates children's skills or knowledge in a specific area and can often be designed to collect data without causing distress or harm to the participants. This aligns with the intent of the exemption, which seeks to facilitate research that does not significantly burden the participants while contributing valuable insights into children's abilities and learning processes.

While other options, such as research about dietary habits, physical training, or medical conditions, might involve greater potential risks or discomforts and may not be classified under the same exemption, aptitude testing tends to focus on areas that can be approached in a non-invasive, low-risk manner under the designated regulatory guidelines.