What's the Best Animal

Question 1

trait

Answer 1

observable or measurable characteristic

Question 2

observable trait

Answer 2

appearance( coat, horn, frame size)

Question 3

measurable trait

Answer 3

performance( wean weight, yearling weight, scrotal circumference, milk yield, yield grade, quality grade)

Question 4

phenotype

Answer 4

observable category or measure of performance of a trait

Question 5

genotype

Answer 5

genetic makeup of an individual

P=G+E

Question 6

biological type

Answer 6

similar genotype for traits of interest( sub-tropically adapted, meat type, wool type)

Question 7

system

Answer 7

genotype that fits, environment that fits genotype, proper management, and economics

Question 8

interactions

Answer 8

effect of one component depends on another

Question 9

G x E

Answer 9

difference in gene performance in different environments

rank swap or change in magnitude

Question 10

breeds

Answer 10

race of animals in a species

common origin and similar characteristics

Question 11

breeding objectives

Answer 11

carcass quality, replacement female, milk quality and quantity, and wool production