The Q Gene Locus Is 10 Map Units from the R

question 56

Multiple Choice

The Q gene locus is 10 map units from the R gene locus which is 40 map units from the S gene locus: Q--10 m.u.--R--40 m.u.--S
Which interval would likely show the higher ratio of double to single chiasmata?

• A)Q-R
• B)R-S
• C)The ratios would be the same in the two intervals.
• D)Two chiasmata never occur in the same interval.

---

Definitions:

Loan

Money that is loaned and needs to be paid back, including interest.

Compounded Semi-annually

Interest calculation method where interest is added to the principal amount twice a year, leading to the interest being compounded for the second term.

Goal

An intended outcome or target that an individual or organization aims to achieve.

Compounded Semi-annually

The process of adding interest to the principal sum of a loan or deposit twice a year, also accounting for the interest accumulated over the period.