Synonymous Changes That Arise Within Coding Sequences of Genes

question 3

Multiple Choice

Synonymous changes that arise within coding sequences of genes

• A)generally have no effect on the phenotype.
• B)are usually detrimental to fitness.
• C)may be eliminated by natural selection.
• D)occur more frequently than nonsynonymous changes.
• E)B and C only

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Definitions:

Income

The financial gains, typically recurring, from employment or returns on investments.

Normal Good

A type of good for which demand increases as the income of consumers increases, reflecting a direct relationship between income and demand.

Complements

Goods or services that are used together, where the use or consumption of one enhances the value or demand of the other.

Inferior Good

An inferior good is a type of product that sees an increase in demand as consumers’ income decreases, contrary to what is observed with normal goods.