A Gene That Actively Controls the Expression of a Trait

question 283

Multiple Choice

A gene that actively controls the expression of a trait is called a __________ gene.

• A) recessive
• B) mutated
• C) recombinant
• D) dominant

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Definitions:

Range

The difference between the highest and lowest values in a set; or in functions, the set of all possible output values.

\(g ( x )\)

A function notation similar to \(f ( x )\), where \(g\) represents another function with the variable \(x\).

Thermostat

A device used to maintain the temperature of a system at a desired set point by regulating the flow of heat energy.

Degrees Fahrenheit

A temperature scale where water's freezing point is at 32 degrees and its boiling point is at 212 degrees, given standard atmospheric conditions.