The finding that mutations in synapse genes are associated with many genetic disorders that have a behavioral

component suggests that _____.
a. individuals with these mutations lack synapses
b. individuals with these mutations lack neurotransmitters
c. malfunctions in presynaptic neurons cause abnormal behavior
d. malfunctioning synapses are associated with abnormal behavior
e. behavior disorders are attributable to environmental factors


d

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When we examine the fossil record, we find that older fossils are in strata below younger fossils.

a. true b. false

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At a given position, homologous chromosomes have Select one:

a. the same genes but can have different alleles. b. different genes and alleles. c. different genes, but can have the same alleles. d. the same genes and alleles.

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From what food source do most of the calories in a typical American diet come?

A) meat B) cereal grains C) legumes D) plant leaves

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