Why are most traits not simply a matter of dominant and recessive inheritance?

A) Most traits are influenced by the activity of many different genes.
B) You inherit most of your traits from one parent, regardless of whether they are dominant or recessive.
C) Dominance is an out-of-date concept that does not apply to any known human traits.
D) A trait can be both dominant and recessive in certain circumstances.


A) Most traits are influenced by the activity of many different genes.

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. take a collaborative, listening approach with clients b. help people separate from the dominant cultural narratives c. consider the larger historical and political context d. search for flaws in the family system

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A. Accurately define the problem B. Collaborate with community members C. Consult with outside experts D. Assess effectiveness

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Trivial relationships:

a. Can be statistically significant with very large sample sizes. b. Are more likely to be statistically significant with smaller sample sizes. c. Are never statistically significant. d. None of these

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