A mutation in either BRCA1 or BRCA2 is the most common cause of breast cancer

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE

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According to the latest research, which of the following best describes the first eukaryote?

a. It lacked a nucleus, a mitochondrion, or a chloroplast. b. It lacked a nucleus, but contained a mitochondrion and a chloroplast. c. It contained a nucleus and a chloroplast, but not a mitochondrion. d. It contained a nucleus and a mitochondrion, but not a chloroplast. e. It contained a nucleus, a mitochondrion, and a chloroplast.

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What is the primary function of Dynamic Study Modules?

A. Normalize student learning so the teacher knows what to focus on in lecture. B. Give students real-life applications of the concepts they are currently learning in class. C. Assess what a student already knows, and where he or she may want to focus additional study. D. Allow students to collaborate with each other on assignments in Mastering.

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Which class of sensory receptors responds to stimuli such as touch, pressure, stretching, and sound?

A) thermoreceptors B) mechanoreceptors C) electromagnetic receptors D) chemoreceptors

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You read the following headline in the newspaper: "Scientists Find Gene Linked to Schizophrenia." As exciting as this news seems, the reality is that many more years of research will be required before this new knowledge will have any impact on people who have schizophrenia. How will this information likely benefit scientists as they continue to search for treatments?

A) It will help scientists identify the disease in rats. B) It will help scientists identify the gene linked to dementia. C) It will allow scientists to treat patients with the disease through gene therapy. D) It will help scientists identify the DNA mutations that cause schizophrenia. E) It will help doctors understand more about the drugs they prescribe to patients with schizophrenia

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