AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -A dominant trait is an inherited characteristic that appears in an offspring if it is contributed from a parent through a dominant allele.

Detailed explanation-2: -Dominant refers to the relationship between two versions of a gene. Individuals receive two versions of each gene, known as alleles, from each parent. If the alleles of a gene are different, one allele will be expressed; it is the dominant gene. The effect of the other allele, called recessive, is masked.

Detailed explanation-3: -Dominant-An allele whose trait always shows up in the organism when it is present. 3.

Detailed explanation-4: -Dominant individuals are often most influential in their social groups, affecting movement, opinion, and performance across species and contexts. Yet, behavioral traits like aggression, intimidation, and coercion, which are associated with and in many cases define dominance, can be socially aversive.