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question 11 of 20 : select the best answer for the question. 11. an organisms ______ is its observable characteristics, or its outward appearance.
a. dna
b. phenotype
c. hybridization
d. genotype
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Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: DNA is the genetic material, not observable characteristics. Eliminate A.
• Option B: Phenotype is defined as the observable traits (outward appearance) of an organism, matching the description.
• Option C: Hybridization is a process of combining different varieties, not related to observable traits. Eliminate C.
• Option D: Genotype is the genetic makeup (not observable), so eliminate D.

Answer:

B. phenotype