What Has Been the Largest Barrier to Using Stem Cells

question 12

Multiple Choice

What has been the largest barrier to using stem cells to treat disease?

• A) availability of stem cells
• B) rejection of stem cells by the body
• C) adverse effects of treatment
• D) cost of treatment
• E) ethical and religious objections

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Close Substitutes

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MC = MR

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Monopolistically Competitive Industry

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