Variation Flashcards
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Give an example of continuous variation
A
Height, weight, IQ, waist measurement
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What is continuous variation?
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A feature that can be measured and given a value from a range of values.
2
Q
What is discontinuous variation?
A
A feature that cannot be measures but is one of a few distinct options.
3
Q
Give an example of discontinuous variation
A
Hair colour, eye colour, number of moles
4
Q
What is inherited variation?
A
The result of genetic inheritance from your parents
5
Q
Give an example of inherited variation
A
Eye colour, hair colour, facial features
6
Q
What is environmental variation?
A
Variation caused by your surroundings
7
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Give an example of environmental variation
A
Weight
