One way scientists can search for genes that are associated with rare disorders is by carrying out ________, in which they first find genetic markers, then look for inheritance patterns in large families where a particular condition is common

a. experimental studies.
b. psychometric studies.
c. linkage studies.
d. noncoding studies.


Answer: c

Psychology

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a. meaning. c. both a and b b. semanticity. d. none of these

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