A Mutation Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

A mutation is

• A)a deformed organism.
• B)a new gene that is poorly adapted.
• C)an organism that becomes abnormal as a result of radiation and the like.
• D)any error in the genetic code.

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Definitions:

One-tailed Test

A statistical test that determines the direction of a relationship, testing either for a positive or negative effect but not both.

Two-tailed Test

A statistical hypothesis test in which the area of rejection is on both ends of the sampling distribution, allowing for testing of deviations in both directions.

Generalizability

The extent to which findings from a study can be applied to broader contexts or different groups of people.

Educated Guess

A hypothesis or assumption made based on knowledge and reasoning rather than random guessing.