When Mutation Alters a Gene,it May Modify or Even Eliminate

question 6

Multiple Choice

When mutation alters a gene,it may modify or even eliminate the encoded protein's usual and cause an altered _______.

• A)structure; genotype
• B)function; phenotype
• C)cell type; genotype
• D)ribosome; phenotype
• E)function; genotype

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Definitions:

Initial Endowment

The initial distribution of wealth, goods, or resources that individuals or firms possess in an economic model.

Leisure

A period of free time not taken up by work, during which an individual can relax, enjoy hobbies, or engage in other activities that they find pleasurable.

Normal Good

A good for which demand increases as the income of individuals increases, all other factors being constant.

Utility Function

An economic formula that explains the preference ratings associated with consuming different combinations of goods, reflecting consumer satisfaction.