Asked by thania tanijaya on Jul 01, 2024
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One gene scan of 40,000 people worldwide identified a variant of a gene called FTO. This gene nearly doubles the risk of
A) anorexia nervosa.
B) a low set point.
C) binge-eating disorder.
D) obesity.
FTO Gene
A gene associated with fat mass and obesity, thought to influence one's risk of becoming overweight.
- Comprehend the impact of social determinants and genetic predispositions on obesity.
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Varun Pratap SinghJul 06, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The FTO gene variant nearly doubles the risk of obesity, as indicated by the gene scan of 40,000 people worldwide. It is not associated with anorexia nervosa, a low set point, or binge-eating disorder.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the impact of social determinants and genetic predispositions on obesity.