Which of the Following Is True with Respect to Genetics

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true with respect to genetics and obesity?

• A) Adopted children are more likely to be similar in weight to their adopted parents as compared to their biological parents.
• B) Although genes may influence fat distribution, they do not affect metabolism.
• C) Studies reveal that identical twins are more likely than fraternal twins to be of similar weight.
• D) Studies reveal that fraternal twins are more likely than identical twins to be of similar weight.

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