Which of the Following Is TRUE with Respect to Genetics

question 19

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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