New Alleles That Appear by Mutation

question 113

Multiple Choice

New alleles that appear by mutation

• A) are inherently disadvantageous to their bearers.
• B) are seldom advantageous or disadvantageous in themselves.
• C) either have or lack survival value only in the context of their environment.
• D) are seldom advantageous or disadvantageous in themselves and either have or lack survival value only in the context of their environment.
• E) are inherently disadvantageous to their bearers and are seldom advantageous or disadvantageous in themselves.

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Definitions:

Theoretical Perspective

A framework or approach to understanding and explaining various phenomena within a certain field of study.

Observable Behavior

Actions or reactions of an organism or system that can be seen and measured directly, rather than inferred through internal processes.

Outside Stimuli

External factors or influences that can elicit a response or reaction from an organism or system.

Behavioral Perspective

The approach suggesting that the keys to understanding development are observable behavior and outside stimuli in the environment.