Which of the following techniques is commonly used in bioengineering?

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Which is the best description of gene therapy's role in medical treatments?

It modifies genes to treat the underlying cause of a disease

It targets the symptoms of diseases

It only works for viral infections

It enhances physical traits like strength

To create genetically modified organisms

To diagnose diseases based on symptoms

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What is the primary goal of gene therapy?

To develop new vaccines

To treat or prevent diseases by modifying genes

To enhance the efficiency of crop production

To produce biofuels