In the State of Texas, Which Race/ethnicity Is Most Likely

question 41

Multiple Choice

In the state of Texas, which race/ethnicity is most likely to be on death row today?

• A) Caucasian
• B) African American
• C) Hispanic
• D) Asian American
• E) Race/ethnicity does not raise one's likelihood of being given the death penalty.

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Definitions:

Beak Depth

Beak depth refers to the vertical measurement of a bird's beak from the top to the bottom, which can affect its ability to access different types of food and thus play a role in natural selection.

Response To Selection

The process by which certain traits become more or less common in a population due to their impact on the survival and reproduction of their bearers.

Selection Differential

The difference between the average trait of the selected individuals for breeding and the average trait of the general population, indicating the potential for evolutionary change.

Drought

An extended period of below-average precipitation, resulting in prolonged shortages in the water supply, whether atmospheric, surface water, or ground water.