Asked by Samuel Mendez on Jun 18, 2024

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If VG×E > 0,

A) there is genetic variation for phenotypic plasticity.
B) phenotypic plasticity is at least partially heritable.
C) genotypes would need to be grown in different environments to achieve a true estimate of narrow sense heritability.
D) all of the above
E) none of the above

Phenotypic Plasticity

The ability of an organism to change its phenotype in response to changes in the environment.

Genetic Variation

The diversity of gene frequencies within a population, which drives evolution by enabling adaptation to changing environments.

Heritability

The proportion of observed variation in a particular trait, within a population, that can be attributed to inherited genetic factors as opposed to environmental influences.

  • Examine how interactions between genotypes and their environments affect phenotypic variations.
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CHLOE CHUANGJun 20, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The equation VG×E > 0 suggests that the interaction between genotype and environment (G×E) is significant, which implies A) genetic variation for phenotypic plasticity, B) that this plasticity is at least partially heritable, and C) that genotypes need to be grown in different environments to accurately estimate narrow sense heritability. Therefore, all of the statements are correct.