The Best Evidence to Prove That a Candidate Gene Is

question 2

Multiple Choice

The best evidence to prove that a candidate gene is a disease gene is finding:

• A)a start and stop codon.
• B)a CpG island upstream.
• C)that the gene is expressed.
• D)the homologous gene in many similar animals.
• E)a mutation in the homologous sequence from a disease sufferer.

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Definitions:

Universal Proposition

A statement that asserts something about every member of a particular category or class.

Shading

In logic, a method used to visually represent the parts of a categorical proposition that are affirmed or denied; also refers to a technique in drawing and art to create depth or texture.

Opposition

A resistance or dissent, characterized by a direct contradiction or counteraction to a proposal or position.

I Proposition

A type of categorical proposition that asserts some, but not all, members of a subject class are also members of a predicate class.