Heritability Is a Statistical Estimate of How Much of the Variance

question 142

Multiple Choice

Heritability is a statistical estimate of how much of the variance on a trait among individuals is attributable to:

• A)genes for specific behaviors.
• B)cultural heritage.
• C)environmental factors.
• D)genetic factors.

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Definitions:

Standard Deviation

A gauge for determining the extent of diversity or deviation among data points.

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The average score obtained by students on a final exam.

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Confidence Interval

A variety of values, extracted from sample data, presumed to envelop the value of an unascertained population characteristic.