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Inherited versus Acquired Traits
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A student uses a growth hormone medicine for a year and grows taller than predicted.
Which comparison is most accurate for height in this case?
A
Genes set an inherited potential for height, but medical treatment and nutrition can produce acquired changes in final height.
B
Height is purely inherited and cannot be changed.
C
Height is purely acquired because it changes over time.
D
Height is inherited only if both parents are tall.
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