Genetics and Social Policy Issues

How many possible genetic combinations can two parents produce in their children?

• 7 trillion

• 70 million

• 70 trillion

• 7 million

Why is the study of genetics in relation to education controversial?

• It is believed to undermine the concept of equality.

• It is too expensive to conduct.

• It has no scientific basis.

• It is only relevant to certain racial groups.

What percentage of DNA do all humans share?

• Over 99%

• Over 95%

• Over 80%

• Over 90%

What is the significance of the less than 1% of our genome that differs between us?

• It has no significant impact.

• It is irrelevant to scientific research.

• It is responsible for many psychological, behavioral, and physical differences.

• It only affects physical traits.

How can genetics help us understand the environment?

• By identifying social environments that can mitigate genetic risks.

• By eliminating the need for environmental interventions.

• By proving that environment has no impact on genetics.

• By focusing solely on genetic modifications.

What is the concept of 'genome-blindness'?

• Enhancing genetic traits through technology.

• Ignoring genetic differences to avoid social inequality.

• Focusing only on genetic differences.

• Using genetic information to create social hierarchies.

What is an example of an anti-eugenic policy in the United States?

• The Civil Rights Act

• The Social Security Act

• The Americans with Disabilities Act

• The Affordable Care Act

What does the Americans with Disabilities Act aim to equalize?

• Physical abilities

• Educational opportunities

• Genetic traits

• Ability to participate with dignity in public spaces

What is the fear associated with discussing genetic differences?

• It will lead to genome-blindness.

• It will have no impact on social equality.

• It will result in people giving up on changing social policies.

• It will increase the cost of research.

What should be considered when crafting policies according to Paige Harden?

• Neither scientific data nor ideological values

• Both scientific data and ideological values

• Only ideological values

• Only scientific data