This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
If both parents have type 2 diabetes, the risk of inheritance of diabetes is 
Select and explain. 
A. 10%, B. 20%, C. 30%, D. 40%
D: 40%
Answer: D: 40% 
Explanation: Inheritance of Diabetes: The risk of developing type 1 diabetes if either parent is affected is 3 to 5%. Type 2 diabetes has a much stronger genetic component. If both parents have type 2 diabetes, the risk of developing it approaches 40%. (Ref: William's Obstetrics; 25th edition)