Thomas Friedman's Declaration That the World Was Now "Flat" Meant

question 21

Multiple Choice

Thomas Friedman's declaration that the world was now "flat" meant that

• A)the Internet has reduced the economic advantages of developed countries.
• B)globalization is starting to offer less advantage to large corporations.
• C)the global economy is increasingly commanded by fewer and larger corporations.
• D)global capitalism is homogenizing culture and business practices throughout the world.
• E)global shipping rates have reached historic lows.

Describe the final products of meiosis and their ploidy level.

Explain the cellular mechanisms occurring during meiosis, including centromere division.

Recognize the structure and function of male and female reproductive organs and their roles in gametogenesis and hormonal regulation.

Understand the mechanisms behind genetic variation among gametes, including crossing over and random assortment.

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Public Prosecutor

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