The Degree to Which the Selection Method Provides Economic Value

question 44

Multiple Choice

The degree to which the selection method provides economic value greater than its cost refers to:

• A) reliability.
• B) utility.
• C) validity.
• D) generalizability.
• E) profitability.

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Definitions:

Recessive Gene

A type of gene that is not expressed in the phenotype unless two copies of the gene (one from each parent) are present.

Huntington's Disease

A genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain, affecting an individual's functional abilities and leading to cognitive decline and psychiatric issues.

Turner Syndrome

A chromosomal disorder affecting females, where one of the X chromosomes is missing or partially missing, leading to a variety of medical and developmental issues.

Heterozygous

Having two different alleles.