How Many Phenotypic Classes May Be Generated from a Three-Point

question 12

Multiple Choice

How many phenotypic classes may be generated from a three-point testcross?

• A) (3)2 = 9
• B) (3)3 = 27
• C) (2)2 = 4
• D) (2)3 = 8
• E) It cannot be predicted.

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