[Solved] The number of legs an insect has, the number of vertebrae in a vertebral column, or the number of joints in a digit (such as a finger)are all strongly influenced by A)haploid genomes. B)introns within genes. C)heterotic genes. D)heterogeneous genes. E)Hox genes. Transnational Corporations: Large companies that operate and have assets in more than one country, exerting significant economic and political influence globally. Imperialism: A policy or practice by which a country extends its power and influence through colonization, military force, or other means. Developing Societies: null Powerful Societies: Societies that possess significant economic, political, or military power, influencing global or regional affairs.