Which of the Following Statements Is the Most Current Description

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is the most current description of a gene?

• A) a unit of heredity that causes formation of a phenotypic characteristic
• B) a DNA subunit that codes for a single complete protein
• C) a DNA sequence that is expressed to form a functional product: either RNA or polypeptide
• D) a discrete unit of hereditary information that consists of a sequence of amino acids

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Definitions:

Retirement Finances

Financial planning and management concerning the period of life when one is no longer working, focusing on income sources, savings, and investment strategies.

Collectivism

A cultural system that values the needs of the group more than those of the individual self.

Socialist Countries

Nations where the government exercises significant control over the economy, often including ownership and management of production means, and prioritizes social equity.

Welfare

Governmental or private aid provided to individuals or groups in need, aimed at promoting their well-being and ensuring basic necessities are met.