In Cocker Spaniels, Black Coat Color (B) Is Dominant Over

question 41

Multiple Choice

In cocker spaniels, black coat color (B) is dominant over red (b) , and solid color (S) is dominant over spotted (s) . In the F₂ generation of a cross between BB ss with bb SS, what fraction of the offspring would be expected to be black and spotted?

• A)1/16
• B)9/16
• C)1/9
• D)3/16
• E)3/4

---

Definitions:

Common Law

A legal system characterized by judicial decisions that are cited as precedent, originating in England and forming the basis of the legal system in the US and other countries.

Agency Law Judge

An administrative judge who presides over federal administrative agency hearings, making decisions on disputes between agencies and parties.

Ripeness

A legal principle that courts use to determine if a case has matured into a controversy worthy of adjudication.

Fourth Branch

A term sometimes used to refer to groups that influence government outside of the officially recognized branches, such as the media or public opinion.