If a Geneticist Describes a Trait as Being 70% Penetrant,what

question 32

Multiple Choice

If a geneticist describes a trait as being 70% penetrant,what would that mean?

• A) The expression of the trait varies by individual.
• B) It is lethal in 30% of the individuals who have the trait.
• C) Only 70% of the individuals who have a particular genotype express the trait.
• D) The trait is present in 70% of the population.

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Definitions:

Binding Order

An official command, decision, or direction that must be followed or adhered to by the parties involved.

Settlement

An agreement reached by disputing parties to resolve a claim without further legal action.

Hybrid Rule Making

A regulatory process that combines elements of both formal rulemaking, involving public hearings, and informal rulemaking through written comments.

Cross-Examination

Cross-Examination is the questioning of a witness by the opposing party during a trial or hearing, after the witness has already testified during direct examination.