Traits that are conditioned by multiple loci and form continuously variable phenotypes that are conditioned by both the genotypes and environmental influences are most appropriately termed ________

A) qualitative traits
B) quantitative traits
C) discrete categorical traits
D) Mendelian traits


B

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