Question detail
Why might some people oppose the use of embryos in IVF?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Hormonal coordination in humans
Question
- A. They believe it is too expensive
- B. They think it leads to higher birth rates
- C. They have ethical concerns about embryo rights
- D. They feel it is not scientifically proven
Answer
The correct option is They have ethical concerns about embryo rights. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to discuss (HT only) ethical and social issues linked to IVF and embryo use in the subtopic The use of hormones to treat infertility (HT only).
Explanation
The correct option is They have ethical concerns about embryo rights. They have ethical concerns about embryo rights is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to discuss (HT only) ethical and social issues linked to IVF and embryo use. This belongs to the subtopic The use of hormones to treat infertility (HT only) within Hormonal coordination in humans, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from The use of hormones to treat infertility (HT only).
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Ethical Considerations
Students often focus solely on the scientific aspects of IVF without addressing the ethical implications, such as the moral status of embryos and the potential for selective reduction.
To improve, students should explore and articulate the various ethical perspectives surrounding IVF, including the rights of embryos, parental responsibilities, and societal impacts.
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