What Are Some of the Unintended Social Consequences That Have

question 54

Multiple Choice

What are some of the unintended social consequences that have emerged from the Human Genome Project?

• A) who should have access to this information (privacy)
• B) the potential consequences that could arise from having (or not having) a particular genetic code (stigmatization)
• C) knowledge of our genetic structure may increase inequality in society (stratification)
• D) the psychological effects of gene testing that might arise

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Definitions:

Buying Center

A collection of people within a company who take part in the process of deciding to buy goods or services.

User

An individual or entity that utilizes a product, service, or system for their intended purpose or benefit.

Buying Center

A group of individuals within an organization who are responsible for making purchasing decisions.

Cross-Functional Teams

Groups composed of members from different departments or areas of expertise working together towards a common goal, often used in business for project development.