Traits

Which of the following is an inherited trait?

• Eye color
• Name
• Hairstyle
• Birthday

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Which characteristic did Malek most likely inherit from his parents?

• his ability to read fast
• his need to wear glasses
• his ability to speak English
• his need to count using his fingers

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Which characteristic would most likely be inherited by a baby?

• brown hair
• crying a lot
• ability to jump high
• his ability to talk

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A dog rolls over and receives a treat. The dog rolls over again. This is an example of...

• learned behavior
• adaptive behavior
• inherited behavior
• instinctive behavior

The following are inherited traits of humans EXCEPT...

• long hair
• blue eyes
• long eyelashes
• small dimples

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Which characteristic is inherited?

• hair color
• sleeping late
• enjoying hiking
• loving to read

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Which trait does a puppy inherit from its parents?

• fur color and pattern
• obedience to commands
• food brand preference
• affection for a specific home

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Which best describes an inherited trait?

• a characteristic one chooses to express
• a characteristic one receives from the food one eats
• a characteristic that is passed on from one's parents
• a characteristic that is influenced by one's surroundings

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Some traits are inherited, some traits are acquired. 
Language is an 

• inherited trait
• acquired trait

Some traits are inherited, some traits are acquired. 
tongue rolling is 

• inherited trait
• acquired trait

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