Knowing that a trait is heritable
A) tells us that the trait cannot be changed.
B) gives us information about specific populations.
C) explains average group differences in the trait.
D) tells us that the trait is unaffected by the environment.

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Heritability provides information about how much of the variation in a trait within a specific population can be attributed to genetic differences. It does not imply that the trait is immutable, unaffected by the environment, or explain average group differences.

Knowing That a Trait Is Heritable