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A boy named Rahul and his sister Meena are both born to the same parents. Rahul has straight hair while Meena has wavy hair. Which of the following best explains this difference?

medium MCQ 2 marks Class 5 · EVS · Like Father Like Daughter
  1. Different diet.
  2. Different genes.
  3. Different sunlight exposure.
  4. Different clothing.
Answer
Different genes.

The correct answer is Different genes. — Select the option that attributes the difference to genes.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Note the trait – hair type.
  2. Remember that hair type is largely genetic.
  3. Eliminate environmental factors as primary cause in siblings.
  4. Select the option that attributes the difference to genes.
Common mistake: Attributing difference to environmental factors

Concept tested: Genetic variation within family

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