If Two Genes Are Located on Different Chromosomes, What Percentage

question 6

Multiple Choice

If two genes are located on different chromosomes, what percentage of the offspring should have a recombinant phenotype?

• A) about 75%
• B) about 50%
• C) about 25%
• D) about 10%

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