What determines a trait of an organism?
the number of copies of the gene
the number of dominant alleles
the combination of its alleles
its phenotype
the interaction of genes and the environment
choose one of the answers i provided!
The combination of its alleles.
but is this true?
Yes, the combination of alleles (different forms of a gene) is what ultimately determines a trait of an organism. This combination of alleles influences the organism's genotype, which in turn affects its phenotype (physical characteristics). Each trait is typically determined by the interaction of multiple alleles.
now tell me a grandpa jones joke.
Why did Grandpa Jones bring a ladder to the bar?
Because he heard the drinks were on the house!