If the Frequency of Expression of a Recessive Trait in a Population

question 14

Multiple Choice

If the frequency of expression of a recessive trait in a population is 16 percent,the frequency of the recessive allele is what percent?  

• A) 16
• B) 25
• C) 40
• D) 50
• E) 67

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Definitions:

Preoperational Stage

A developmental phase, outlined by Jean Piaget, where children from about 2 to 7 years old engage in symbolic play and struggle with logic and taking the perspective of others.

Conservation

A cognitive ability recognized by Jean Piaget that allows a person to determine that a quantity will remain the same despite adjustment of the container, shape, or apparent size.

Object Permanence

The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be observed or heard.

Egocentric Thought

A mode of thinking, common in early childhood, where an individual perceives the world solely from their own perspective, often failing to recognize others' viewpoints.