The whole point of mitosis is to 

A. be sure that DNA is replicated.
B. reproduce the parent cell into genetically identical daughter cells.
C. reproduce the parent cell into similar but not identical daughter cells.
D. produce sex cells (gametes).


B. reproduce the parent cell into genetically identical daughter cells.

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Choose the true statement about the morphological data in the chart shown below. The "1" in the box means the trait is present and the "0" indicates that the trait is absent.(Note: All of the characteristics across the top of the columns are considered "TRAITS" for purposes of reading the chart.).



A.  All organisms in this chart share all of the derived characteristics.
B.  Only the gorilla and humans share all of the derived characteristics.
C.  The lamprey is the only outgroup since it has none of the derived characteristics.
D.  The salamander and the tiger together are the outgroup because they only share two of the derived characteristics (jaws and lungs).
E.  The shark is the outgroup since it only has one of the derived characteristics (jaws).


Clarify Question
· What is the key concept addressed by the question?
· What type of thinking is required?
· What key words does the question contain and what do they mean?
 
Gather Content
· What do you already know about outgroups and derived characters?
 
Consider Possibilities
· Consider the different answer options. Which can you rule out?
  Choose Answer
  · Given what you now know, what information and/or problem solving approach is most likely to produce the correct answer?
 
Reflect on Process
· Did your problem-solving process lead you to the correct answer? If not, where did the process break down or lead you astray? How can you revise your approach to produce a more desirable result?

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As long as a cell has access to a usable energy source, has the necessary raw materials, and is in

appropriate environmental conditions, the cell will:

a. survive and reproduce. b. stay in stasis. c. not be in homeostasis. d. remain dormant. e. no longer be emergent.

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The ____ is a functional region found in certain proteins that are important in development. It consists of sixty amino

acids that form four helices. a. homeobox b. homeodomain c. homeogene d. homeochromosome e. functional group

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A diploid cell with 6 chromosomes would produce which of the following after meiosis?

a)Four genetically-distinct types of haploid gametes b)Two genetically-distinct types of diploid gametes c)Four genetically-distinct types of diploid gametes d)Eight genetically-distinct types of haploid gametes e)Eight genetically-identical haploid gametes

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