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Question 5 • CMS 2026-2027 Biology CREDIT RECOVERY

Which statement best describes heredity?

Answer
A
Inherited traits are the result of an organism's experiences.
B
Individuals are born with acquired traits.
C
Acquired traits can be passed on to one's offspring.
D
Traits coded for in DNA are passed from parent to offspring.

Explanation

Heredity is the passing of genetic information from parents to offspring. Traits coded in DNA can be inherited, so choice D is correct. Experiences may change an organism’s acquired traits, but those traits generally are not passed on genetically.

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