Which of the Following Statements About the History of Genetics

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the history of genetics is false?

• A) Aristotle believed that parents passed biological information to their offspring.
• B) Mendel discovered the structure of DNA.
• C) Morgan's work on fruit flies revealed that genes are arranged in linkage groups.
• D) Griffith showed that a transforming factor converted harmless bacteria into deadly bacteria.

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Definitions:

Overjustification Effect

A psychological phenomenon where providing an external incentive for a behavior someone already finds rewarding leads to a reduction in intrinsic motivation.

Intrinsic Motivations

Internal drives to perform a task or engage in an activity purely because of the inherent satisfaction and enjoyment derived from doing it.

Extrinsic Motivations

Inspiration fueled by outside incentives, including financial gain, recognition, academic achievement, and commendation.

Overjustification Effect

A phenomenon where providing an external incentive for a behavior that is already internally rewarding can lead to a decrease in intrinsic motivation for that behavior.