Dave Has 2nd Degree Burns on His Back Torso, Left

question 53

Multiple Choice

Dave has 2nd degree burns on his back torso, left arm, and left leg. This represents about ____ percent of his total body surface area (TBSA) .

• A)27
• B)36
• C)45
• D)72

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Definitions:

Gene Pool

The total collection of genes within a population, representing the variety of genetic information available for traits and potential evolution.

Hardy-Weinberg Formula

A mathematical equation that predicts that allele and genotype frequencies in a population will remain constant from generation to generation in the absence of evolutionary influences.

Recessive Trait

A genetic feature that is not expressed in the phenotype unless both alleles for the trait are inherited, one from each parent.

Genotype Frequencies

The proportion of different genotypes in a population, used in population genetics to study the genetic structure and evolution of species.