Original Project
Reproduction, Genes, and Heredity
Genetic information is encoded in DNA molecules.
Item RH011002: Brain cells and skin cells contain the same genetic information.
Which of the following statements is TRUE about the brain cells, skin cells, and genetic information in an individual human?
- The brain cells contain genetic information, but the skin cells do not.
- The skin cells contain genetic information, but the brain cells do not.
- The brain cells and skin cells contain the same genetic information.
- The brain cells and skin cells contain different genetic information.
- Distribution of Responses
- Students Responding Correctly
| Group | Correct | Total | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 1586 | 5046 | 31% |
| Grades | |||
| 6–8 | 781 | 2916 | 27% |
| 9–12 | 805 | 2130 | 38% |
| Gender | |||
| Male | 784 | 2436 | 32% |
| Female | 772 | 2514 | 31% |
| Primary Language | |||
| English | 1384 | 4480 | 31% |
| Other | 159 | 449 | 35% |