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cherise1989

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Which gene is the most important suppressor gene? It is inactive until DNA in the cell's nucleus is damaged.
 
  A) p53
  B) HER2/neu
  C) BRCA
  D) CEA

Question 2

By pressing on the cheekbones, the physician is evaluating the patient for signs of ________.
 
  A) tonsillitis
  B) sinusitis
  C) allergic rhinitis
  D) deviated septum



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Answer to Question 1

A
Explanation: A) Correct
B) This is not a suppressor gene.
C) This is not a suppressor gene.
D) This is not a suppressor gene.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: A) Signs of tonsillitis are seen by viewing the throat, not by pressing on the cheekbones.
B) Correct The maxillary sinuses are in the upper jaw near the cheekbones.
C) Signs of allergic rhinitis are seen by looking into the nose, not by pressing on the cheekbones.
D) A deviated septum is seen by looking into the nose, not by pressing on the cheekbones.



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