Which Statement Expresses Accurately the Genetic Implications of Cystic Fibrosis

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement expresses accurately the genetic implications of cystic fibrosis (CF) ?

• A) If it is present in a child, both parents are carriers of this defective gene.
• B) It is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait.
• C) It is a genetic defect found primarily in non-Caucasian population groups.
• D) There is a 50% chance that siblings of an affected child also will be affected.

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Definitions:

Journal Entry

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Interest Expense

Interest expense is the cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds, typically presented as a line item on the income statement.

Fixed Expense

Fixed expense refers to costs that do not fluctuate with the level of goods or services produced by the business, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

Borrowing Risk

The potential danger that borrowers might not be able to repay their loans or meet other financial obligations, leading to financial loss for the lender.