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WAEC Biology 2014 Objective — Question 46

Question 46 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2014 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following diseases can be inherited?

  • A. Pneumonia
  • B. AIDS
  • C. Sickle cell anaemiaCorrect
  • D. Goitre

Explanation

Sickle cell anaemia is an inheritable disease. It is controlled by a recessive gene which causes some of the red blood cells of some people to be sickle-shaped.

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