C. In a horse population, three different traits showing continuous distribution were measured, and their variances are shown in the table below: Variance Phenotypic Environmental Additive Dominance Cutting Ability 96.0 42.0 39 10 Traits Racing Speed 39.2 27.8 12.4 3.1 Jumping Ability 39 16.8 12.0 SALE 1. Calculate the broad sense and narrow sense heritabilities for each trait. 2. In the population of animals studied, which trait would respond best to selection for breeding purposes? Explain your answer.

C. In a horse population, three different traits showing continuous distribution were measured, and their variances are shown in the table below: Variance Phenotypic Environmental Additive Dominance Cutting Ability 96.0 42.0 39 10 Traits Racing Speed 39.2 27.8 12.4 3.1 Jumping Ability 39 16.8 12.0 SALE 1. Calculate the broad sense and narrow sense heritabilities for each trait. 2. In the population of animals studied, which trait would respond best to selection for breeding purposes? Explain your answer.

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