In Peas, a Gene Controls Flower Color Such That R

question 27

Multiple Choice

In peas, a gene controls flower color such that R = purple and r = white. In an isolated pea patch, there are 36 purple-flowering plants and 64 white-flowering plants. Assuming Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, what is the value of q for this population?

• A) 0.36
• B) 0.64
• C) 0.75
• D) 0.80

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