If Both Genes in a Pair of Genes Affect the Phenotype

question 21

Multiple Choice

If both genes in a pair of genes affect the phenotype, then the alleles may be considered __________.

• A) codominant
• B) incomplete dominant
• C) phenotypical
• D) genotypical

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Definitions:

Psychotherapy

A therapeutic treatment involving psychological methods, particularly when based on regular personal interaction with adults, to treat behavioral and mental disorders.

Blood Pressure

The pressure of circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, typically measured for diagnosis since it is closely related to the force and rate of the heartbeat and the diameter and elasticity of the arterial walls.

Systolic

Relating to the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood into the arteries.

Diastolic

Pertaining to the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle relaxes and allows the chambers to fill with blood.