Every child in a certain family has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Based on this evidence, what possible conclusion can be drawn about ASD?
A. ASD may be lethal.
B. ASD may be genetic.
C. ASD is related to traditional nuclear family structures,
D. No conclusion can be drawn based on this evidence.
The evidence says that every child in a certain family has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). All of these children have genetic commonalities. Therefore, ASD may be genetic.
The evidence does not mention whether the children died from ASD. Therefore, no conclusion can be drawn that ASD may be lethal. Furthermore, the sample size of the evidence is much too small to suggest that ASD is related to traditional nuclear family structures.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.
More Questions on TEAS 7 Science
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Q #1: A patient lying flat on their back is in which of the following positions?
A. Prone
B. Supine
C. Lateral
D. Medial
Answer Explanation
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Q #2: Which of the following is a carbohydrate?
A. Cellulose
B. Hemoglobin
C. Estrogen
D. ATP
Answer Explanation
Cellulose is a complex carbohydrate that composes the better part of the cell wall.
Hemoglobin is a protein and is found in red blood cells. Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is a compound used by living organisms to store and use energy. Estrogen is a steroid hormone that stimulates the development of female sex characteristics.
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Q #3: Homeostasis is defined as:
A. Ability of human beings to keep body weight within normal limits
B. Maintenance of a constant external temperature inside a room
C. Ingestion of enough food to keep hunger pains from developing
D. Tendency of the body to maintain a stable environment
Answer Explanation
Homeostatic mechanisms are involuntary actions by organs, glands, tissues and cells to maintain balance within the body. If a function is disrupted the body will readjust in an attempt to maintain balance. During periods of starvation the body will break down glucose reserves in order to maintain normal glucose levels.
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Q #4: What is a hypothetical explanation for an occurrence that is based on prior knowledge called?
A. Independent variable
B. Dependent variable
C. Trial
D. Hypothesis
Answer Explanation
A hypothesis is the use of prior knowledge in order to provide a hypothetical explanation for why something may or may not occur. A hypothesis can be proved wrong or right based on the results of the experiment and repeated trials.
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Q #5: Which of the following are examples of homeostatic mechanisms?
A. Increasing heart rate when blood pressure is low, Consuming excess calories to gain weight
B. Lifting weights to increase muscle mass
C. Shivering when the body temperature falls
D. Shivering when the body temperature falls, Secreting insulin to decrease blood sugar concentration, Increasing heart rate when blood pressure is low
Answer Explanation
Homeostatic mechanisms are involuntary actions by organs, glands, tissues and cells to maintain balance within the body. For example, if a person becomes dehydrated, the kidneys will retain fluid by decreasing urine output.
Consuming excess calories and lifting weights are not involuntary actions, nor do they maintain the body in its baseline state. Rather, they are actions specifically taken to move the body away from its baseline.
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Q #6: Which of the following is NOT true concerning correlation?
A. Correlation can show the relationship between variables.
B. Correlation can show cause and effect.
C. Correlation can show linear relationships.
D. Correlation can show nonlinear relationships.
Answer Explanation
Correlations may be positive or negative and linear or nonlinear. However, correlation does not determine cause and effect. Correlation does not necessarily mean causation.
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Q #7: A doctor needs to convince his boss to approve a test for a patient. Which statement below best communicates a scientific argument that justifies the need for the test?
A. The patient looks like he needs this test.
B. The doctor feels that the patient needs this test.
C. The patient's symptoms and health history suggest that this test will enable the correct diagnosis to help the patient.
D. The patient has excellent insurance that will pay for several tests, and the doctor would like to run as many tests as possible.
Answer Explanation
A scientific argument should be based on measurable and observable facts such as the patient's current symptoms and health history. Discussing the patient's appearance or the doctor's feelings does not communicate a scientific argument. While insurance may be a factor in most healthcare systems, the status of the patient's Insurance does not communicate a scientific argument that justifies the need for the test
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Q #8: A group of researchers have conducted a study examining the impact of a new medication on blood pressure. What is the purpose of submitting the study for publication in a peer-reviewed journal?
A. Other scientists can validate or disprove the findings.
B. Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will guarantee acceptance of the study's conclusions.
C. Publication in a peer-reviewed journal is unnecessary for this type of study.
D. Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will lead to the manipulation of the study's results.
Answer Explanation
Other scientists can validate or disprove the findings.
The purpose of submitting a study for publication in a peer-reviewed journal is to have the study’s methodology, results, and conclusions evaluated by other experts in the field.
This process helps to ensure the quality and validity of the research. Choice B.
Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will guarantee acceptance of the study’s conclusions is incorrect because publication in a peer-reviewed journal does not guarantee acceptance of the study’s conclusions.
The study’s findings may still be subject to debate and further research. Choice C.
Publication in a peer-reviewed journal is unnecessary for this type of study is incorrect because publication in a peer-reviewed journal is an important step in the scientific process for all types of studies.
Choice D.
Publication in a peer-reviewed journal will lead to the manipulation of the study’s results is incorrect because the peer-review process is designed to prevent manipulation of results by ensuring that the study meets rigorous standards for quality and validity.
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Q #9: What type of mutation is represented by the following sequence? Original: 123456 Mutated: 154326
A. Breakage
B. Deletion
C. Insertion
D. Inversion
Answer Explanation
An inversion mutation is represented in the sequence 1 5 4 3 2 6. An inversion error is a type of mutation where an entire sequence of DNA is reversed. In this case, 2 3 4 5 has been reversed to 5 4 3 2.
Breakage, choice A, in a gene can mess up its function entirely or lead to a translocation of genetic information. Choice B, deletion, is when a section of DNA is omitted or lost.
Choice C, Insertion, is when an extra base pair is added to a DNA sequence. Deletions and insertions can lead to a frameshift effect where entire sequences are thrown off because one nucleotide is wrong.
This could result in coding for the wrong amino acid and non-functioning proteins.
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Q #10: What is the name for the physical presentation of an organism's genes?
A. Phenotype
B. Species
C. Phylum
D. Genotype
Answer Explanation
Phenotype is the physical presentation of an organism's genes. In other words, the phenotype is the physical characteristics of the organism. Phenotype is often contrasted with genotype, the genetic makeup of an organism. The genotype of the organism is not visible in its presentation, although some of the characteristics encoded in the genes have to do with physical presentation. A phylum is a group of classes that are closely related. A species is a group of like organisms that are capable of breeding together and producing similar offspring.
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