If a Female Is Heterozygous for a Mutant Allele of a Tumor-Suppressor

question 11

True/False

If a female is heterozygous for a mutant allele of a tumor-suppressor gene, her children will be predisposed to develop cancer only if their father is also a carrier.

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Definitions:

Rockport Walk Test

A fitness test designed to estimate an individual's aerobic capacity and cardiovascular fitness by measuring the time it takes to walk a mile as fast as possible.

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

The ability of the body's circulatory and respiratory systems to supply fuel and oxygen during sustained physical activity.

Metabolic Equivalents

A physiological measure expressing the energy cost of physical activities as multiples of the metabolic rate at rest.

Moderate-intensity Activity

Physical activities that elevate the heart rate and breathing but still allow for conversation, such as brisk walking or light cycling.