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Inheritance describes a condition between classes where _______ ?

1) some classes are always abstract
2) subclasses inherit the names from superclasses
3) classes are part of other classes
4) classes share some attributes

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Final answer:

The concept of inheritance in biology refers to the transfer of genetic information from parents to offspring. The question seems to provide options related to computer programming, which indicates a possible misunderstanding of the concept as it pertains to biology.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question pertains to the concept of inheritance which, in a biological context, describes the process where offspring receive genes from their parents. The correct answer to the question 'Inheritance describes a condition between classes where _______?' is: 'subclasses inherit the names from superclasses.' However, the context of the question suggests a misunderstanding since it seems to mix terms from biology and computer programming. In biological terms, inheritance refers to how genetic traits and characteristics are passed on from the parent to the offspring. Aspects of this transmission can include the number of involved loci, the variation among offspring, and the exact traits that are inherited. On the other hand, in computer programming, inheritance is a principle where 'subclasses' (derived classes) inherit properties and behaviors from 'superclasses' (base classes). While this student's question likely intended to address biological inheritance, the provided options reflect concepts from object-oriented programming.

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