Question detail
Which of the following best illustrates a scenario where embryo screening could raise ethical issues?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Reproduction
Question
- A. A couple uses screening to avoid a recessive disorder in their child.
- B. A clinic offers screening for a range of traits, including eye colour and height.
- C. A government mandates screening for all pregnant women.
- D. A research study uses screening data to develop new therapies.
Answer
The correct option is A clinic offers screening for a range of traits, including eye colour and height.. 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 A clinic offers screening for a range of traits, including eye colour and height.. A clinic offers screening for a range of traits, including eye colour and height. 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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