The Extent to Which a Trait Is Influenced by Genetics

question 29

Multiple Choice

The extent to which a trait is influenced by genetics is called

• A) the concordance rate.
• B) heritability.
• C) genetic finalism.
• D) expressed phenotype.

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Definitions:

Depression

A common but serious mood disorder that affects how a person feels, thinks, and handles daily activities.

Coronary Artery Plaque

A buildup of substances, including cholesterol and fat, on the inner walls of the coronary arteries, which can reduce blood flow to the heart muscle.

Dean Ornish

A physician known for promoting lifestyle changes to improve health and reverse certain chronic diseases, especially heart disease.

Mortality Rate

A metric that quantifies the rate at which deaths happen in a particular population during a set timeframe.