The Experimental Work of Edward East in 1916,shown in the Accompanying

question 27

Multiple Choice

The experimental work of Edward East in 1916,shown in the accompanying figure,confirmed that ________.

• A) qualitative traits are essentially impossible to characterize because of their complex nature
• B) quantitative traits are essentially impossible to characterize because of their complex nature
• C) quantitative traits are established by the combined influence of Mendelian alleles at multiple loci
• D) quantitative traits return to qualitative attributes when allowed to outcross in the wild

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Definitions:

Gandhara

An ancient region located in what is today northwest Pakistan and eastern Afghanistan, known for its distinctive Greco-Buddhist art style that flourished between the 1st century BCE and the 7th century CE.

Yakshis

Mythological female spirit figures associated with fertility and vegetation in Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist traditions, often depicted in ancient Indian art.

Gandharan

Relating to the ancient region of Gandhara, known for its distinct Greco-Buddhist art style that combines Greek artistic techniques with Buddhist subjects.

Mathuran

Pertaining to the style of Buddhist visual art that developed in the Mathura region of India during the Kushan period.