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Date November 2018 Marks available 1 Reference code 18N.1.HL:.tz0.37
Level Higher Level Paper Paper 1 Time zone time zone 0
Command term Question number 37 Adapted from N/A

Question

Which is a characteristic of genes?

A. All genes are switched on at birth

B. Some genes are influenced by external factors

C. All genes are influenced by internal factors

D. A single gene can predict athletic performance

Markscheme

B

Examiners report

Very easy question (96.32% correct). Genetics question but distractors not sufficiently effective.

Syllabus sections

Topic 12: Genetics and athletic performance » 12.1. Genetics and athletic performance. » 12.1.1. Outline the role of genes in the inheritance of human characteristics.
Topic 12: Genetics and athletic performance » 12.1. Genetics and athletic performance.
Topic 12: Genetics and athletic performance

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