Dr. Emani is a geneticist who works for a biomedical research company. He is tasked with determining whether genetic modifications can reduce rates of obesity. Given research on the biology of eating and obesity, which of the following investigations is likely to be the most promising?

A. Finding a gene that blocks the action of cholecystokinin (CCK)
B. Finding a gene that could lower a person's weight set point
C. Finding a gene that could slow down a person's metabolism
D. Finding a gene that could lower leptin levels during eating


Answer: B

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