Why Do We Have Pairs of Each Chromosome Type in the Cell

question 66

Multiple Choice

Why do we have pairs of each chromosome type in the cell nucleus?

• A) One is a spare in case the other is damaged.
• B) One is always redundant.
• C) One is inherited from each parent.
• D) One contains DNA molecules and one contains genes.
• E) One contains nucleotides and the other does not.

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Definitions:

LIFO Method

An inventory valuation method that assumes the last items placed in inventory are the first ones sold; LIFO stands for Last-In, First-Out.

FIFO Method

First In, First Out, an inventory valuation method that assumes that the first items placed into inventory are the first sold.

Ending Inventory

The total value of goods that remain unsold at the end of the accounting period.

Holding Gains

Profits resulting from the increase in value of an asset held over time, not realized until the asset is sold.