Men Over 40 Have a Higher Risk of Fathering a Child

question 126

Multiple Choice

Men over 40 have a higher risk of fathering a child with autism than do men under 30 because they have a higher frequency of ________ in their sperm-producing cells.

• A) Telomeres
• B) Teratogens
• C) random genetic mutations
• D) mirroring activity

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Definitions:

Novation

The act of replacing one party or obligation in a contract with another, requiring the agreement of all parties involved.

Assignment

The transfer of rights, property, or obligations from one party to another, a common practice in contracts and financial transactions.

Delegation

The process of assigning responsibility and authority to another person to carry out specific activities.

Substantial Performance

A legal concept indicating that a party has completed enough of its contractual obligations to warrant payment or another form of compensation, even if minor details remain unfulfilled.