Which of the following is the best example of a genotype?
A) Nicole has green eyes.
B) Justin is taller than his parents.
C) Lauren has the same hair color as her fraternal twin sister.
D) Anthony has two copies of the APOE2 allele.

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A genotype refers to the genetic makeup of an individual, and in this case, Anthony having two copies of a specific allele (APOE2) is the best example of a genotype. The other choices describe physical traits or characteristics that may be influenced by genetics, but they do not directly represent an individual's genetic makeup.

Which of the Following Is the Best Example of a Genotype