The Smallest Type of Genetic Change That Can Occur Within

question 29

Multiple Choice

The smallest type of genetic change that can occur within a given gene is a _______.An example of this phenomenon occurs with __________.

• A)gene deletion;chromosomal fragmentation.
• B)single-nucleotide polymorphism;the b-globin gene.
• C)gene duplication;mitosis.
• D)codon substitution;phenylketonuria.

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Definitions:

Prediction Interval

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Typing Speed

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Reading Speed

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Regression Analysis

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