When Graphing a Distribution of Phenotypes for a Continuous Trait

question 35

Multiple Choice

When graphing a distribution of phenotypes for a continuous trait, a broad curve implies

• A) a large standard deviation.
• B) zero regression line slope.
• C) a large correlation coefficient.
• D) little variation in the phenotypes.
• E) a small variance.

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Definitions:

Optic Nerve

The optic nerve is a paired cranial nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Fully Adjust

Refers to the process of completely adapting or accommodating oneself to new conditions or environments.

Rods and Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are sensitive to light and color, with rods being responsible for vision at low light levels and cones being responsible for color vision and detail.

Distinguish Hues

The ability to perceive and differentiate colors, often associated with the visual processing of varying wavelengths of light.