Explain the concept of polygenic inheritance. Be sure to include discussion of the process of meiosis
What will be an ideal response?
* Polygenic inheritance is the principle that complex traits are determined by a number of genes.
* Meiosis is the process of cell reduction, in which half the chromosomes are contributed by each member of the pair that created the newly-formed zygote.
* During meiosis, each pair has an equal chance of being selected, therefore it is unlikely that the exact same sequence of chromosomes will occur again.
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a. maintenance rehearsal. b. chunking. c. method of loci. d. the keyword system.
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a. self-esteem is high. c. self-concept is in flux. b. self-image is at stake. d. self-worth is stable.
If a POSITIVE REINFORCER is added after a behavior and the behavior is strengthened/increased, the process used is called
a. negative reinforcement. b. positive reinforcement. c. extinction. d. punishment.