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Question 10 • CMS 2026-2027 Biology CREDIT RECOVERY

Which is a synonym for genetic engineering ?

Answer
A
recombinant DNA technology
B
restriction enzyme technology
C
DNA fingerprinting
D
biotechnology

Explanation

Genetic engineering involves directly changing an organism’s DNA, often by combining DNA from different sources. This is also called recombinant DNA technology, so choice D is correct. Biotechnology is a broader field that includes many techniques, while restriction enzyme technology and DNA fingerprinting are specific methods or applications.

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