Suppose That the Presence of a Particular Gene Is a Necessary

question 44

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the presence of a particular gene is a necessary cause for the occurrence of schizophrenia.Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A)The gene is also a sufficient cause for the occurrence of schizophrenia.
• B)There are other things besides this gene that can cause schizophrenia.
• C)Most people with schizophrenia will have that gene.
• D)A person with that gene may or may not become schizophrenic.

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