The Figure Shown Below Indicates Two Diseases with Genetic Links

question 2

Multiple Choice

The figure shown below indicates two diseases with genetic links that are common in industrialized nations.The fact that both are about 80-90 percent avoidable indicates that

• A) people are most likely avoiding having children with individuals who are affected by these diseases.
• B) these diseases are Mendelian traits that are expressed more frequently in industrialized nations where the average life span is longer.
• C) industrialized nations can use more resources to track these diseases in populations.
• D) these diseases are most likely affected by environmental factors in addition to genes.

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