If There Are 3 Different Alleles for a Particular Gene

question 85

Multiple Choice

If there are 3 different alleles for a particular gene in a population of diploid organisms, how many different genotypes are possible in the population?

• A)2
• B)3
• C)6
• D)9
• E)12

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Definitions:

Temperamental Traits

Temperamental traits refer to basic aspects of an individual’s personality, such as emotionality or sociability, which are believed to be genetically influenced and present from early life.

Environmental Influences

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Difficult Temperament

A personality trait characterized by a negative mood, intense reactions, and poor adaptability to new situations or environments, often identifiable in infancy.

Insecure Attachment

describes a type of attachment style where individuals experience difficulty forming stable and trusting relationships due to early childhood experiences.