A Luddite Is

question 6

Multiple Choice

A Luddite is:

• A)someone who opposes the introduction of new technologies.
• B)a worker whose real wage rises as a result of globalization.
• C)a fictional character from American folk history.
• D)a consumer who refuses to buy imported goods, even if they are cheaper.

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Definitions:

Gene Therapy

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Karyotyping

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Amniocentesis

A medical procedure used in prenatal diagnosis where a small amount of amniotic fluid, which contains fetal tissues, is sampled to test for chromosomal or genetic disorders.

Genetic Profiling

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