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Question 6 • PBCSD_Grade_Forgiveness_2001340_Environmental_Science_S1_2020

The human genome project identified the sequence of base pairs in human DNA and identified several genes. Which question would least likely lead to a scientific investigation based on these findings?

Answer
A
Are certain humans more likely to develop genetic diseases?
B
How can DNA be used to identify criminals?
C
Can drugs be developed to target certain genes?
D
Should there be laws to protect DNA information?

Explanation

The Human Genome Project findings can lead to testable scientific questions about genes, disease risk, DNA identification, and gene-targeting drugs. Whether there should be laws to protect DNA information is an ethical and policy question, not primarily a scientific investigation. Therefore, “Should there be laws to protect DNA information?” is least likely to lead to a scientific investigation.

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