Which of the following is not a continuously varying trait?
Correct answer: B. Red white flower
- A. Human height
- B. Red white flower
- C. Human skin colour
- D. Cornel colour in wheat
Explanation
These characters are either present or absent, showing no intermediate forms. Examples of Qualitative Characters: Flower colour (e.g., white, purple, red) Seed coat colour (e.g., yellow, brown, black)
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