Which of the Following Statement About the Benefits and Dangers

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statement about the benefits and dangers of genetic testing is true?

• A) even critics of the science of genetics agree that genetic science probably will be able to significantly alter the prevalence of disease and disability in society, in the long term
• B) in a survey of people who had undergone genetic testing, more than 70% were subsequently denied life insurance coverage
• C) all too often, genetic counsellors provide only the negative information (e.g. the possible negative outcomes) about the genetic condition in question when pregnant women are tested for genetic defects in their fetuses
• D) all too often, genetic counsellors provide only the positive information (e.g. support groups; community resources) when pregnant women are tested for genetic defects in their fetuses
• E) recent legislation prohibiting commercial involvement in the science of genetics has reduced the possibility of potential misuse of the science

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