One's unique genotype is a contributing factor to the phenotype. Present three patterns of
genetic influence. Provide an example of each.
What will be an ideal response?
1. dominance pattern – if transmitted by at least one parent , determines trait – many examples. These
are listed on page 59 freckles, curly hair, nearsightedness, Types A and B blood.
2. recessive pattern – only if transmitted from both parents will it determine trait; numerous examples
on page 59; flat feet, red and blonde hair, Type O blood.
3. polygenic – many genes are involved; combination of transmitted genes result in trait; examples on
page 59; height; eye color; personality; most psychological traits.
4. genomic imprinting – tagging genetic information as transmitted from mother or father, may be
age-related; certain kinds of cancer, heart defects, Type II diabetes.
5. mitochondrial inheritance genetic information transmitted only from mother from fluid that
surrounds ova before fertilization; blindness.
6. multi-factorial interaction of genetic information and environment; height influenced by poverty;
most psychological trait.
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Which of the following statements about the relationships among SES, education, and health is true?
A) Economically advantaged individuals sustain better health over most of their adult lives. B) There is no relationship between educational attainment and health. C) The health of lower-income individuals steadily improves throughout the lifespan. D) The health of individuals with limited education steadily improves throughout the lifespan.
Generalizing from results of the MIDUS study reported in the text, you would expect which of the following people to report the highest level of personal growth and purpose?
a. Aaron, who is a younger, white adult b. Bob, who is a younger, black adult c. Rich, who is an older, white adult d. Terry, who is an older, black adult