In a Certain Population,the Frequency of a Dominant Allele Is

question 53

Multiple Choice

In a certain population,the frequency of a dominant allele is represented by p = 0.7,and the frequency of the recessive allele is represented by 0.3.What is the frequency of the heterozygous genotype?

• A)1
• B)0.5
• C)0.42
• D)0.01

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

The unease in one's mind stemming from the coexistence of two or more opposing beliefs, ideas, or values within the same person.

Implicit Attitudes

Unconscious beliefs or feelings towards objects, people, or situations which can influence behavior and perceptions.

Attitude Accessibility

The ease with which an attitude can be retrieved from memory.

Insufficient Justification Effect

A phenomenon where individuals experiencing insufficient external reasons for their actions undergo attitude change to reduce dissonance.