Attached earlobe is a recessive trait.

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Solution

The correct option is A True
Human beings show two types of lobes- attached ear lobe and free ear lobe.
The majority of the population shows a free ear lobe which means it is a dominant trait. Less number of individuals show attached ear lobe which means it is a recessive trait.
Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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