Of the Following, Which Is the Most Current and Complete

question 7

Multiple Choice

Of the following, which is the most current and complete description of a gene?

• A) a unit of heredity that causes formation of a phenotypic characteristic
• B) a DNA subunit that codes for a single complete protein
• C) a DNA sequence that is expressed to form a functional product: either RNA or polypeptide
• D) a DNA-RNA sequence combination that results in an enzymatic product
• E) a discrete unit of hereditary information that consists of a sequence of amino acids

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Definitions:

Experimental Psychology

A branch of psychology that studies the mind and behavior by using experimental methods.

Humanism

An outlook or system of thought attaching prime importance to human rather than divine or supernatural matters, emphasizing common human needs and seeking rational ways of solving human problems.

Cognitive

Pertains to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension, including thinking, knowing, remembering, judging, and problem-solving.

Safety

The condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger, risk, or injury.