Original Project
Reproduction, Genes, and Heredity
Genetic information is encoded in DNA molecules.
Item RH045001: DNA molecules are found in humans, dogs, and trees.
Humans, dogs, and trees are all living things. In which of these organisms would you find DNA molecules?
- Only in humans
- Only in humans and dogs
- In humans, dogs, and trees
- DNA molecules are not found in any of these organisms
- Distribution of Responses
- Students Responding Correctly
| Group | Correct | Total | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 1189 | 2544 | 47% |
| Grades | |||
| 6–8 | 658 | 1558 | 42% |
| 9–12 | 529 | 983 | 54% |
| Gender | |||
| Male | 585 | 1225 | 48% |
| Female | 584 | 1275 | 46% |
| Primary Language | |||
| English | 1083 | 2247 | 48% |
| Other | 76 | 224 | 34% |