A trait with variable expressivity is one that:
A)is only expressed in homozygous recessive individuals.
B)is only expressed in homozygous dominant individuals.
C)is only expressed in some of the individuals that have the genotype for that trait.
D)is expressed in only some offspring of affected individuals.
E)can be expressed differently in different individuals that have the genotype for that trait.

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A trait with variable expressivity can be expressed differently in different individuals that have the genotype for that trait. This means that even if individuals have the same genotype for a particular trait, the phenotype may be different due to variations in gene expression or environmental factors.

A Trait with Variable Expressivity Is One That