Why Would a Scientist Use DNA Fingerprinting to Answer a Question

question 66

Multiple Choice

Why would a scientist use DNA fingerprinting to answer a question about human migration?

• A) to determine what race a person belongs to
• B) to determine the paternity of an individual
• C) to determine the frequency of a particular allele in different populations
• D) to determine whether a recessive allele gave an advantage in a particular environment

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Definitions:

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A state of sluggishness, fatigue, or lack of energy, often indicative of underlying health conditions.

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Engrossed in thought or concerns, often to the point of not being aware of one's surroundings.

Anxiety

A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.

Fear

An emotional response to perceived threats or danger, which serves as a mechanism for survival by triggering a fight or flight response.