Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition associated with an increased risk for colon cancer, as well as certain other cancers. Mutations in one of several genes involved in DNA repair during DNA replication have been associated with Lynch syndrome. DNA sequencing was performed for an individual. The results indicated that the individual carries one of the dominant alleles that has been associated with Lynch syndrome.Which of the following best explains how the results should be interpreted?A. The individual does not have an increased risk of developing cancer because one dominant allele is insufficient to cause the disease.B. The individual has an increased risk of developing colon cancer.C. Because the person's DNA has the mutation, other family members must have cancer.D. Results cannot be interpreted until testing determines if additional mutated alleles are present.

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