In What Type of Environment Is Being Heterozygous in Regards

question 11

Multiple Choice

In what type of environment is being heterozygous in regards to the sickle-cell trait an advantage?

• A) an environment that has malaria
• B) an environment that is malaria-free
• C) an environment that is exposed to a large amount of sunlight year-round
• D) a polluted environment
• E) an environment that is cold and rainy

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Definitions:

Chess and Thomas

Researchers known for their work in child temperament, identifying patterns of behavior that indicate how children interact with their environment.

Temperament Category

A classification within a system that describes an individual's innate nature, particularly in terms of their emotional and behavioral tendencies.

Highly Structured Environment

A setting designed with strict routines and clear, organized systems to provide stability and order.

Intellectual Development

The growth and change in a person’s ability to think, reason, and understand over time.