Which of the Following Statements Best Explains Why Modification or Change

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best explains why modification or change in an organ or tissue during the lifetime of an individual is not inherited?

• A) Characteristics acquired during an organism's life are generally not passed on through genes.
• B) Spontaneous mutations can result in the appearance of new traits.
• C) Only favorable adaptations have survival value.
• D) Disuse of an organ may lead to its eventual disappearance.

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Definitions:

Pathway Thinking

A cognitive approach focusing on exploring multiple routes and methods to achieve a specific goal or solve a problem.

Agency Thinking

The cognitive process that leads individuals to believe they can influence their own actions and the environment around them.

Willpower

refers to the ability to control impulses and delay short-term gratification for long-term objectives.

Commitment

The state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, or goal.