All of the Following Statements About Genes and Copy Number

question 9

Multiple Choice

All of the following statements about genes and copy number variations are true EXCEPT

• A)an individual's genome often contains multiple copies of a gene.
• B)individuals may differ as to the number of copies of a particular gene.
• C)copy number variations have been associated with specific diseases.
• D)All of the answer choices are true.

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