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Here are some questions about a new scientific technology called "genetic screening." Using genetic screening, it is now possible to tell whether someone has inherited a tendency to develop certain cancers and certain forms of heart disease. These tests do not mean that a person will always develop the disease, but only that he or she may do so, depending on other conditions. A. Should employers have the right to give these genetic tests to people who are applying for a job, or shouldn't they have that right?
Employers' right to give genetic tests to job applicants · Asked in 1 wave, 1991 · 1,517 responses · weighted estimates computed from individual responses
| Group | Should | Should not | n | MoE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All respondents | 15% | 85% | 1517 | ±3 | |
| Lower income | 19% | 81% | 487 | ±5 | |
| Middle income | 16% | 84% | 480 | ±5 | |
| Upper income | 10% | 90% | 401 | ±5 |
General Social Survey 1991 · US adults 18+ living in households (English, and Spanish since 2006). Shares of people who gave an answer. n is unweighted; ± is the 95% margin of error at 50% from the weighted effective sample. Groups with an effective sample under 50 are grayed; under 20, hidden.
| Poll | Field dates | Mode | Respondents | Responses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Social Survey 1991 | 1991-02-09 to 1991-05-06 | face to face | 1,517 | 1,517 |