When the Expression of a Trait Is Influenced by the Action

question 67

Multiple Choice

When the expression of a trait is influenced by the action of many genes, the pattern of inheritance is called:

• A)complete dominance.
• B)incomplete dominance.
• C)multiple alleles.
• D)discontinuous variation.
• E)polygenic inheritance.

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Definitions:

Contract Curve

In economics, it represents the set of optimal points of exchange between two parties, where no further mutual benefit can be achieved through trade.

Edgeworth Box

A graphical representation of the trading possibilities and equilibrium between two individuals with fixed amounts of two goods.

Utility Function

A mathematical model in economics that represents consumer preferences over a set of goods and services, by assigning a utility value for each possible bundle of goods.

Convex Preferences

Preferences that express a consumer's desire for diversified bundles of goods over extreme bundles, depicted graphically as convex indifference curves.