A person's genotype refers to his or her
A) observable characteristics and traits.
B) being dominated by the paternal contribution to genetic makeup.
C) being dominated by the maternal contribution to genetic makeup.
D) genetic makeup.

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A person's genotype refers to their genetic makeup, which encompasses all of their inherited genes from both parents. It is not the same as their observable characteristics or traits. Additionally, there is no dominant contribution from either the paternal or maternal side; the genotype is a combination of both.

A Person's Genotype Refers to His or Her