When Mendel Crossed Plants and Considered Two Traits Simultaneously (E

question 22

Multiple Choice

When Mendel crossed plants and considered two traits simultaneously (e.g., height and seed color in peas) , what proportion of the F₂ generation offspring expressed both recessive phenotypes?

• A)9/16
• B)8/16
• C)12/16
• D)3/16
• E)1/16

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Definitions:

Pitman Arm

A lever attached to the sector shaft that converts the rotary motion from the steering column to a linear motion needed for steering the wheels.

Sector Shaft

Part of a steering mechanism, a sector shaft is the shaft to which the sector gear is attached, converting the rotary motion of the steering wheel into linear motion for steering.

Steering Wheel

is a component of a vehicle that the driver uses to control the direction of the vehicle's wheels, crucial for navigating and maneuvering the vehicle.