Which of the following statements concerning Down syndrome is FALSE?
A) Down syndrome is also referred to as Trisomy 21.
B) In Down syndrome, there is a defective gene on the X chromosome.
C) Down syndrome is the single most common genetic cause of mental retardation.
D) In Down syndrome, babies are born with an extra 21st chromosome.
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