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Which example best describes the influence of genetic factors?(1 point)
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A horse is the same size as its parents and similar height to other horses of the same breed that it lives with on a farm.
A horse is the same size as its parents and similar height to other horses of the same breed that it lives with on a farm.

A shrub with good access to sunlight is taller than other shrubs located in shaded areas.
A shrub with good access to sunlight is taller than other shrubs located in shaded areas.

A corn plant is the same height as another corn plant of a different variety.
A corn plant is the same height as another corn plant of a different variety.

The adult offspring of a pair of deer is shorter than its parents and obtained fewer nutrients when it was younger.
The adult offspring of a pair of deer is shorter than its parents and obtained fewer nutrients when it was younger.
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Answer 1

The response that best describes the influence of genetic factors is:

A horse is the same size as its parents and similar height to other horses of the same breed that it lives with on a farm.

This example indicates that the horse's size is influenced by genetic traits inherited from its parents and is also consistent with the typical characteristics of its breed, highlighting the role of genetics in influencing physical traits.