Which Serious Disease Is Genetically Linked and Inherited

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which serious disease is genetically linked and inherited?

• A)cystic fibrosis
• B)respiratory distress syndrome
• C)chronic bronchitis
• D)sudden infant death syndrome

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Definitions:

Conventional Thought

A cognitive process that follows traditional or societal norms, often characterized by conformity and a tendency to accept established practices.

Formal-operational Thought

A concept in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, referring to the ability (typically from adolescence onwards) to think abstractly, logically, and systematically.

Asynchronous Growth

Unbalanced growth, such as the growth that occurs during the early part of adolescence and causes many adolescents to appear gawky.

Secular Trend

A historical trend toward increasing adult height and earlier puberty.