If all of the variation in a trait in the population is due to differing genotypes, then the mean phenotype of the offspring would be identical to the parental mean.

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If all of the variation in a trait is due to differing genotypes, it means that the environment does not play a role in influencing the trait. In this case, the mean phenotype of the offspring would be identical to the parental mean because there are no environmental factors affecting the trait.

If All of the Variation in a Trait in the Population