Which of the following examples illustrates phenotypic plasticity?

A) Humans are almost always born with two eyes regardless of how much food was available to the mother.
B) Individuals with two copies of the HMGA2 allele grow taller than individuals with only one copy.
C) Paired chromosomes exchange genetic material, leading to gametes with unique combinations of DNA.
D) Children with access to adequate nutrition can grow taller than children who are malnourished.

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Maranda Mendez · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Phenotypic plasticity refers to the ability of an organism to change its phenotype in response to changes in the environment. The example of children growing taller with adequate nutrition compared to those who are malnourished illustrates this concept, as the same genotype can result in different phenotypes depending on environmental conditions.

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