Which of the Following Statements About the Influences of Heredity

question 111

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the influences of heredity and environment is correct,according to your textbook?

• A) A person's height is determined by his or her genes.
• B) A person's potential range of height is genetically determined, but actual height may be influenced by nutrition.
• C) The genetic upper limit or range of height can be raised by improved nutrition.
• D) Nutrition is more important than genetic limits or range.

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