When More Than One Gene Pair Affects a Particular Trait

question 98

Multiple Choice

When more than one gene pair affects a particular trait expression, this is called ________.

• A) diploidy
• B) autosomal
• C) genotypic
• D) polygenic
• E) y-linked

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Definitions:

Concrete-Operational

A stage of cognitive development in Jean Piaget’s theory, where children ages 7 to 12 develop logical thinking but still struggle with abstract concepts.

Long-Term Memory

The memory structure capable of relatively permanent storage of information.

Rote Learning

A memorization technique based on repetition, often without understanding the underlying content.

Sensory Memory

The structure of memory first encountered by sensory input. Information is maintained in sensory memory for only a fraction of a second.