If a Trait Has a Heritability Coefficient of

question 45

Multiple Choice

If a trait has a heritability coefficient of .0, what would a behavioural geneticist conclude regarding the influence of genes and environment on this trait?

• A)This characteristic is moderately influenced by heredity.
• B)This characteristic is strongly influenced by heredity.
• C)Zero percent of an individual's phenotype for that characteristic is due to environmental factors.
• D)This characteristic is not influenced by heredity.

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Definitions:

Long Bone

A type of bone that is longer than it is wide, primarily found in the limbs and serving as a site for muscle attachment and leveraged movement.

Shaft

A long, slender part of an object, designed to support or transmit mechanical power, such as the handle of a tool or the long part of a feather.

Subclavicular

Pertaining to the area below the clavicle, or collarbone.

Clavicle

A long bone that serves as a strut between the shoulder blade and the sternum or breastbone, commonly known as the collarbone.