Epistasis Refers to

question 124

Multiple Choice

Epistasis refers to

• A) a group of genes that are close together.
• B) the equal interaction of two genes so that a new phenotype is produced.
• C) the expression of two genes in the same individual.
• D) the linear order of genes on a chromosome.
• E) the expression of one gene masking the expression of another.

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Definitions:

Terminal Nodes

The end points of a decision tree where the outcomes are listed, with no further branches.

Sequential Game

A type of game in game theory where players make decisions one after another, with later players having some knowledge of earlier actions.

Nash Equilibrium

A concept in game theory where no player can benefit by changing their strategy while the other players keep theirs unchanged.

Extensive Form

This term refers to a representation of a game that shows the sequence of moves, and the outcomes of those moves, emphasizing the temporal aspect of decision-making in the game.