The Case of Lactase Persistence Is an Example of Culture-Gene

question 11

Multiple Choice

The case of lactase persistence is an example of culture-gene coevolution because

• A)the genetic mutation for lactase persistence constitutes a form of transmitted culture.
• B)a cultural practice (dairy farming)led to the selection for a genetic mutation (lactase persistence)among dairy farming populations.
• C)of a genetic mutation (lactase persistence),despite there being no selection pressures,but it allows people to engage in a cultural practice (digest milk into adulthood).
• D)a genetic mutation (lactase persistence)led to the creation of a cultural practice (dairy farming).
• E)adults with lactase nonpersistence,but who drink a lot of milk,will develop the genetic mutation for lactase persistence.

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