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Date November 2009 Marks available 1 Reference code 09N.1.SL.TZ0.15
Level Standard level Paper Paper 1 Time zone TZ0
Command term Question number 15 Adapted from N/A

Question

A small amount of a suspect’s DNA is obtained from a crime scene. What techniques would be used to carry out DNA profiling?
A. Gel electrophoresis and paternity testing
B. Paternity testing and the polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
C. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and gel electrophoresis
D. Test crossing and pedigree analysis

Markscheme

C

Examiners report

[N/A]

Syllabus sections

Core » Topic 3: Genetics » 3.5 Genetic modification and biotechnology
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