What Number Reflects the Amount of Differences in a Population

question 2

Multiple Choice

What number reflects the amount of differences in a population attributable to genetic influences?

• A)concordance
• B)heritability
• C)eugenics index
• D)correlation coefficient

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Definitions:

Motor Neuron

A type of neuron connected to muscles, capable of inducing muscle contraction upon activation.

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