A Relatively Consistent Characteristic That Exists Across Situations Is Called

question 338

Multiple Choice

A relatively consistent characteristic that exists across situations is called __________.

• A) a personality trait
• B) interactionism
• C) situationism
• D) personality structure

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Definitions:

Dominant-Recessive Genes Principle

A genetic principle in which the dominant allele masks the effect of a recessive allele in heterozygous pairs.

Dominant Gene

A genetic sequence that overpowers and determines the expression of a trait over another allele.

Recessive Gene

A gene that produces its characteristic phenotype only when its allele is identical, being masked by the effects of a dominant gene when paired with it.

Down Syndrome

A genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of an extra 21st chromosome, characterized by physical growth delays, characteristic facial features, and varying degrees of intellectual disability.