Question

All the following are acquired traits in humans except ______.

• A. learning a foreign language
• B. blue eye colour
• C. the ability to play instruments
• D. learning to ride a bike

Answer 1

The correct option is B blue eye colour

An acquired character is one that is acquired or developed after the birth. An individual is able to acquire them according to their environment and need. Examples of acquired characters are the ability to speak a language, riding a bike, swimming, etc. On the other hand, inherited characters are those that are present since birth. They are inherited from parents to offsprings such as eye colour, hair colour, genetic disorders etc.