Question $1$

A research study aims to evaluate a new experimental type of fetoscopic laser surgery to correct a potentially life$-$threatening condition for the fetus prior to delivery. This research is to meet the health needs and directly benefit the fetus only. The pregnant woman is otherwise healthy. Per Subpart $B,$ the investigator must obtain consent from whom?

The father of the fetus only.

The state court where the research is taking place

The pregnant woman only.

The pregnant woman and the father of the fetus $($except if he is unable to consent because of unavailability, incompetence, or temporary incapacity or the pregnancy resulted from rape or incest$).$