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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Genetic factors causing birth defects may arise through which two pathways?
Options
A Inherited from parents or spontaneous mutations
Correct Answer
B Exclusively through viral transduction
C Only via direct paternal transmission
D Only through somatic non-gametic mutations
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Genetic congenital defects can be inherited or arise de novo as spontaneous mutations.

Hint

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