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Which two statements are most accurate?
Select one or more:
a. Symptoms are usually first noticed in the teenage years.
b. DMD can affect a person's ability to breathe.
c. Males are typically the carriers.
d. Cases of DMD can occur in patients with no family history of the condition.

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Final answer:

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) primarily affects males, with symptoms appearing early and impacting muscles, including breathing. Accurate statements are: DMD can affect breathing ability, and cases can occur without family history.


Explanation:

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) primarily affects males due to an abnormal X chromosome, with symptoms usually appearing before age six and leading to weakness in muscles, including breathing muscles.

Statements:

  • b. DMD can affect a person's ability to breathe.
  • d. Cases of DMD can occur in patients with no family history of the condition.

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