The Level of Analysis of Language That Focuses on the Sounds

question 78

Multiple Choice

The level of analysis of language that focuses on the sounds people use when then speak and listen is called

• A)morphemes.
• B)phonemes.
• C)syntax.
• D)semantics.

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Definitions:

Recessive Trait

A genetic feature or condition that is expressed in an organism only when two copies of the gene are present, often masked by the presence of a dominant allele when only one copy is present.

Homozygous Genotype

An organism's genetic makeup consisting of two identical alleles for a particular trait.

Heterozygous

Having inherited two genes of different allelic forms for a trait.

Dominant Allele

The allele that is expressed when an individual possesses two different alleles for the same trait.