When a Person Has Two Copies of the Same Allele

question 26

Multiple Choice

When a person has two copies of the same allele, she or he is said to be ______ for that allele.

• A) homozygous
• B) unizygous
• C) heterozygous
• D) monozygous

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Definitions:

Double Diminishing-Balance

A method of accelerated depreciation that computes depreciation at double the rate of the straight-line method.

Carrying Amount

The book value of assets or liabilities as recorded in the financial statements, after accounting for depreciation, amortization, or impairment.

Residual Value

The estimated remaining value of an asset at the end of its useful life.

Units-of-Production Method

A depreciation method that allocates expense based on the actual usage or output of the asset, reflecting its wear and tear more accurately.