Characteristics Exhibited by Continuously Varying Traits Include ________

question 22

Multiple Choice

Characteristics exhibited by continuously varying traits include ________.

• A) sex-linked genes only
• B) autosomal genes only
• C) quantification by measuring, weighing, counting, etc.
• D) a 9:3:3:1 ratio
• E) 3:1 and 1:1 ratios

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Definitions:

Fear of Falling

An ongoing concern about falling that can lead to avoiding activities believed to increase the risk of falling.

Bone Mass

The amount of mineralized bone tissue in the body, critical for supporting structures, mobility, and overall health.

Menopause

The end of menstruation and a woman’s reproductive capacity.

Osteoarthritis

The most common type of arthritis; it affects joints that are injured by overuse, most commonly the hips, knees, lower back, and hands, in which the cartilage protecting the ends of the bones where they meet at the joints wears away, and joints become less flexible and swell.