What Formula Can Be Used to Determine the Number of Categories

question 28

Short Answer

What formula can be used to determine the number of categories (phenotypes)possible in the F₂ results of a polygenic system?

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Definitions:

Schizophrenic

Relating to or characteristic of schizophrenia, a mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.

Dichotomy Corollary

A principle in psychology, particularly within George Kelly's personal construct theory, suggesting that a person's construction system is composed of dichotomous constructs, meaning it is organized into two mutually exclusive categories.

Bipolar

A disorder characterized by episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs.

Personality Theory

A branch of psychology that attempts to explain patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that make a person unique, through various theoretical perspectives.