Suppose That the Size of a Population of Midges Is

question 116

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the size of a population of midges is 20 million and that the mutation rate of a neutral gene is 1.5 per million.How many new mutations of this gene should appear in the population per generation?

• A) 1.5
• B) 3
• C) 20
• D) 30
• E) 60

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Definitions:

Cerebellum

Hindbrain region that coordinates voluntary movements.

Motor Activity

Physical actions and movements generated by the muscles and nervous system of an organism.

Motor Skills

Abilities required to perform movements and tasks, involving the coordination of muscles and the nervous system.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays an essential role in motor control, and also involves in some cognitive functions such as attention and language, and in regulating fear and pleasure responses.