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Within the next decade or so, advances in genetics will make it possible for a student in this class to have their own genome sequenced for under $1000.

a. True
b. False

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Final answer:

Advances in genetics have made it possible to sequence an individual's genome for under $1000. Hence the correct answer is option A

Step-by-step explanation:

True. Advances in genetics have significantly reduced the cost and time required for genome sequencing. With the introduction of next-generation sequencing technologies, it is now possible to sequence an individual's genome for under $1000.

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