Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Addition Rule

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the addition rule of probability?

• A) the probability that two or more independent events will occur simultaneously
• B) the probability that either one of two independent events will occur
• C) the probability of producing two or more heterozygous offspring
• D) the likelihood that a trait is due to two or more meiotic events

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Definitions:

Otalaryngologist

A medical doctor specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the ear, nose, and throat (ENT), as well as structures related to the head and neck.

Audiologist

A healthcare professional specialized in identifying, diagnosing, treating, and monitoring disorders of the auditory and vestibular system portions of the ear.

Homeostasis

The process by which living organisms regulate their internal environment to maintain a stable, optimal condition despite changes in the external environment.

Equilibrium

A state of physical balance or a stable condition in which forces are balanced, often used in biological, chemical, and physical contexts.