The Use of Quota Systems in College Admissions Is

question 13

Multiple Choice

The use of quota systems in college admissions is:

• A)constitutional.
• B)controversial.
• C)an example of weak affirmative action.
• D)intended to provide equal opportunity.

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Definitions:

Lengthened

Describes something that has been made longer in duration or size.

Telomere

A region of repetitive nucleotide sequences at the end of a chromosome, which protects the end of the chromosome from deterioration.

Guanine-rich DNA

Sections of DNA sequences that are high in guanine content, often playing crucial roles in forming G-quadruplex structures with implications in regulation and stability of the genome.

Noncoding Sequences

DNA sequences that do not code for proteins but may have regulatory roles or be involved in RNA production.