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Which of the following best describes what affects the way children's brains become wired?
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3. Biological Psychology
Genes and Environment
Multiple Choice
True or False: if false, choose the answer that best corrects the statement.
Genotypes can be visible to the unaided eyes, while phenotypes cannot.
A
True.
B
False; phenotypes can be visible to the unaided eye, while genotypes cannot.
C
False; both genotype and phenotype are visible to the unaided eye.
D
False; neither genotype nor phenotype are visible to the unaided eye.
검증된 단계별 안내1
Understand the definitions: Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism, the information contained within its DNA. Phenotype refers to the observable characteristics or traits of an organism, such as its morphology, development, biochemical or physiological properties, and behavior.
Consider visibility: Genotypes are not visible to the unaided eye because they involve the genetic code, which requires molecular analysis to be observed. Phenotypes, on the other hand, are the physical expressions of the genotype and can often be seen without any special equipment.
Evaluate the statement: The statement claims that genotypes can be visible to the unaided eye, while phenotypes cannot. Based on the definitions, this is incorrect because phenotypes are the traits we can observe, while genotypes are not directly visible.
Choose the correct correction: Since the statement is false, identify the option that correctly states the relationship between genotype and phenotype visibility. The correct correction is: 'False; phenotypes can be visible to the unaided eye, while genotypes cannot.'
Conclude the reasoning: The observable traits (phenotypes) are what we can see, such as eye color or height, while the genetic information (genotypes) requires scientific methods to be examined, confirming the correction choice.
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