A False Positive Association That Results from the Use of a Mixed

question 5

Multiple Choice

A false positive association that results from the use of a mixed population in an association study is caused by which of the following?

• A) Linkage disequilibrium
• B) Population stratification
• C) Genetic diversity
• D) Genetic drift
• E) Gene flow

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Definitions:

Mangrove Trees

A group of trees and shrubs that live in the coastal intertidal zone, playing a crucial role in protecting shorelines and supporting marine life.

Tropical Coastal

Pertaining to the warm, moist regions near the equator that are adjacent to the sea.

Aquatic Zone

Areas of water, either fresh or salt, that are home to a wide variety of plant and animal life, segmented into different habitats like lakes, rivers, and oceans.