When Phenotypes Are Caused by the Combined Effect of Many

question 96

Multiple Choice

When phenotypes are caused by the combined effect of many separate genes, the pattern of inheritance is referred to as

• A) polygenic inheritance.
• B) dominant-recessive.
• C) codominant.
• D) sex-linked inheritance.

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Definitions:

Cultural Hybridization

The process whereby cultural elements blend to create a new, distinct cultural phenomenon, often occurring in societies experiencing globalization.

Postmodern Imperialism

The extension of influence or control by Western powers over other societies in a manner that is subtle, often through cultural or economic means, under the guise of globalization or modernization.

Transnational Organization

Entities that operate across national borders, integrating global processes, cultures, and economic systems.

Heterogeneity

The quality or state of being diverse and varied in composition, including differences in cultural, socioeconomic, and demographic characteristics among groups or individuals.