Pleiotropy Refers To

question 15

Multiple Choice

Pleiotropy refers to:

• A)the interaction of two genes affecting a single trait.
• B)the interaction of multiple genes affecting multiple traits.
• C)the interaction of multiple genes affecting a single trait.
• D)a single gene having multiple effects.
• E)two different norms of reaction for a single trait.

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Definitions:

Substitution Effect

The change in consumption resulting from a change in the relative prices of goods, prompting consumers to replace more expensive items with less costly alternatives.

Income Effect

The shift in income for an individual or the economy, and its influence on the demand for a specific good or service.

Wages Increase

The act or occurrence of raising the amount of money that workers are paid for their labor.

Consumer's Optimal

The point at which an individual achieves the best possible satisfaction or utility from the consumption of goods and services, given their budget constraints.