Which of the Following Statements Is True of Linkage

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of linkage?

• A) The closer two genes are on a chromosome, the lower the probability that a crossover will occur between them.
• B) The observed frequency of recombination of two genes that are far apart from each other has a maximum value of 100%.
• C) All of the traits that Mendel studied-seed color, pod shape, flower color, and others-are due to genes linked on the same chromosome.
• D) Linked genes are found on different chromosomes.
• E) Crossing over occurs during prophase II of meiosis.

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