Which statement best describes how the environment influences the traits of an individual?

A) The environment influences the genotype but not the phenotype of the individual.

B) The environment influences the phenotype but not the genotype of the individual.

C) The environment influences both the genotype and the phenotype of the individual.

D) The environment influences neither the genotype nor the phenotype of the individual.

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Malaki Nelson

Biology

1 April, 12:43

Which statement best describes how the environment influences the traits of an individual?

A) The environment influences the genotype but not the phenotype of the individual.

B) The environment influences the phenotype but not the genotype of the individual.

C) The environment influences both the genotype and the phenotype of the individual.

D) The environment influences neither the genotype nor the phenotype of the individual.

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Logan Howell · Answer 1

The statement that best describes how the environment influences the traits of an individual is that the environment influences the phenotype, but not the genotype of the individual. Environmental influences can also influence the genotype. But the best answer is B.