Asked by Learnard Dickerson on May 13, 2024
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According to your text,complex normal behavior is the result of
A) dominant inheritance.
B) recessive inheritance.
C) genetic cohesion.
D) polygenic inheritance.
Polygenic Inheritance
The inheritance of traits that are determined by multiple genes, contributing to the phenotype in a cumulative or additive manner.
Dominant Inheritance
A pattern of genetic inheritance where only one copy of a gene from one parent is needed to express a certain trait, often overshadowing the other non-dominant gene.
Normal Behavior
actions or reactions of an individual or group that are considered typical or expected within a specific culture or society.
- Gain an understanding of the link between genotype and phenotype, incorporating the principle of polygenic inheritance.
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indigo spalingerMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Complex normal behavior is the result of polygenic inheritance, which means that multiple genes interact with each other to produce the observed behavior. This differs from simple inherited traits, which are controlled by a single gene (such as eye color) or even some rare genetic disorders caused by mutations in a single gene.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the link between genotype and phenotype, incorporating the principle of polygenic inheritance.