An individual's genetic makeup is known as his/her:
1. genotype.
2. phenotype.
3. karyotype.
4. chromotype.
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1. Correct. It is a makeup of all the genes the individual can pass on to a future generation.
2. Incorrect. Phenotype is the observable expression of an individual's genotype.
3. Incorrect. Karyotype is a pictorial analysis of the number, form, and size of an individu-al's chromosomes.
4. Incorrect. Genotype refers to an individual's genetic makeup.
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A. Anterior side of the penis.
B. Dorsal side of the penis.
C. Underside of the penis.
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