Jim Knew Instinctively That His Professor Wouldn't Appreciate It If

question 31

Multiple Choice

Jim knew instinctively that his professor wouldn't appreciate it if he brought his single scoop of vanilla ice cream into the lecture hall with him.He could almost hear the inevitable question,"Did you bring enough for everyone?" To avert such an embarrassment,he practically inhaled his frozen confection as he raced down the hall.He had eaten ice cream in this fashion before and knew he would soon have an ice cream headache,which could be described as:

• A)High in consequence and high in probability.
• B)Low in consequence and low in probability.
• C)Low in probability and high in consequence.
• D)High in probability and low in consequence.

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Definitions:

RNAi

Short for RNA interference, it is a biological process in which RNA molecules inhibit gene expression or translation, by neutralizing targeted mRNA molecules.

Complementary

Matching or enhancing by means of compatible or coordinated qualities, often used in various scientific contexts such as complementary DNA.

DNA

A molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all known living organisms.

Gene of Interest

A specific gene that researchers focus on for its potential role in disease or other important biological processes.