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79. Consider the following statements with reference to DNA sequencing:
1. DNA sequencing is the process of determining the sequence of nucleotides in a piece of DNA.
2. DNA sequencing cannot be used to determine the paternity of the child.
3. DNA sequencing is used to identify the criminals.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

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Only 1 and 2
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Only 2
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Only 1 and 3
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All of the above
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The correct option is C Only 1 and 3
DNA sequencing is the process of determining the sequence of nucleotides in a piece of DNA. It is used to identify the criminals by finding some proof in the crime scene in the form of hair, nail, skin or blood samples. It is used to determine the paternity of the child. It can also be used to detect the gene which are associated with heredity or acquired disease

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