Two-year-old Zack has an inherited disorder in which his body cannot break down fat. He will probably die by the time he is 4. Which of the following diseases is Zack most likely suffering from?

A. tay-Sachs disease
B. down syndrome
C. phenylketonuria
D. sickle-cell anemia


Answer: A

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FIll in the blank with correct word.

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