The Graph Below Shows How Yield in Two Varieties of Corn

question 61

Multiple Choice

The graph below shows how yield in two varieties of corn respond to different environmental conditions. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Under tested conditions, variety 1 has a higher yield than variety 2.
• B) Under tested conditions, variety 2 has a higher yield than variety 1.
• C) Under tested conditions, variety 2 is more sensitive to environment quality than variety 1.
• D) Variety 1 is genetically superior to variety 2.
• E) Variety 2 is genetically superior to variety 1.

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Definitions:

Sphenoid Bone

A butterfly-shaped bone at the base of the skull that forms part of the eye socket and the floor of the cranial cavity.

Foramen Ovale

An opening in the septum between the two upper chambers of the heart in a fetus, which closes soon after birth.

Zygomatic

Pertaining to the cheekbone or zygoma, a bone that forms the prominence of the cheek.

Maxillary

Pertaining to the maxilla or the upper jaw bone, which plays a key role in the formation of the upper dental arch and assists in forming the boundaries of three facial cavities: the roof of the mouth, the floor of the orbit, and the sides and floor of the nasal cavity.