Quiz: Does Cancer Run in Families?

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1. Q1.According to the article, is most cancer inherited?

   AYes, nearly all of itBNo, most cancer is not caused by an inherited gene changeCOnly in childrenDOnly in older adults

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2. Q2.About what share of cancers are linked to an inherited gene change?

   AAbout 5 to 10 percentBAbout 90 percentCExactly halfDNone at all

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3. Q3.Which pattern can suggest an inherited risk?

   AHaving no relatives with cancerBA single cold in the familyCSeveral close relatives with the same or related cancersDLiving in a city

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4. Q4.Besides genes, what else can families share that affects cancer risk?

   AOnly their last nameBEnvironments and habits like diet, activity, tobacco, or alcohol useCTheir exact heightDNothing at all

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5. Q5.What does a genetic counselor do?

   APrescribes chemotherapyBPerforms surgeryCGuarantees you will not get cancerDReviews your family history and helps you decide whether testing makes sense

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