In order to develop Tay-Sachs disease,

A. one of the child's siblings must have this genetic defect.
B. one of the child's parents must have this genetic defect.
C. both of the child's parents must have this genetic defect.
D. both of the child's grandparents must have this genetic defect.


Answer: C

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