Question detail
Which economic factor is most directly affected by the widespread use of embryo screening?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Reproduction
Question
- A. The price of basic food staples.
- B. The cost of prenatal care and genetic testing services.
- C. The rate of unemployment in the general population.
- D. The global oil market.
Answer
The correct option is The cost of prenatal care and genetic testing services.. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to make informed judgements about economic, social and ethical issues linked to embryo screening when given information in the subtopic Inherited disorders.
Explanation
The correct option is The cost of prenatal care and genetic testing services.. The cost of prenatal care and genetic testing services. is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to make informed judgements about economic, social and ethical issues linked to embryo screening when given information. This belongs to the subtopic Inherited disorders within Reproduction, 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 Inherited disorders.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Ethical Implications
Students often focus solely on the benefits of embryo screening, neglecting the ethical concerns it raises, such as potential discrimination or the value of life.
Encourage students to consider both the advantages and ethical dilemmas of embryo screening, discussing potential societal impacts and moral considerations.
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