"Knockout Studies

question 24

Multiple Choice

"Knockout studies"

• A)are used to learn about mating behaviors in mice.
• B)are used to gain a better understanding of DNA sequences.
• C)manipulate specific genes and observe the effects on behavior by "removing" certain genes from mice DNA.
• D)manipulate specific genes by inserting artificial hormones into mice DNA.

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