JAMB Biology 1995 Question 39

Question 39

Variation

Human height is an example of a feature which depends on both

  1. A.genotype and phenotype
  2. B.genetic and environmental factors
  3. C.mother's genotype and environmental factors
  4. D.phenotipic and environmental factors.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (genetic and environmental factors)

Explanation

Genes set a person's possible height, but food and health (the environment) affect how tall they actually grow.