Which of the Following Definitions Accurately Represents the Concept of Expansion

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following definitions accurately represents the concept of expansion?

• A)The phenotype of a genetic condition is expressed with greater severity and at earlier ages with succeeding generations.
• B)The number of trinucleotide repeat sequences within the noncoding region of a specific gene allele is increased.
• C)The number of copies of a specific gene allele is amplified on one chromosome of a homologous pair.
• D)A specific gene allele has at least two copies of every exon within the gene.

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Definitions:

Semantic

Relating to meaning in language or logic, especially the meanings of words and phrases in context.

Episodic

Pertaining to or comprising events that are distinct and separate; often used to describe types of memory that involve recalling specific events from the past.

Short-Term

Describes a limited period, often referring to memory or goals that span a brief time from seconds to weeks.

Long-Term Memory

The phase of the memory process capable of storing an unlimited amount of information over prolonged periods, ranging from days to decades.