The term phenotype refers to

A) the observable characteristics that result from genotype expression.
B) the genetic makeup of an organism.
C) the unobservable characteristics that result from genotype suppression.
D) the genes that are heterozygous.


Answer: A
Rationale: The phenotype consists of the observable characteristics, including physical structures and behaviors.

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