In a Chi-Square Test to Determine If Two Genes Are

question 16

Multiple Choice

In a chi-square test to determine if two genes are linked or assorting independently, what is the default (null) hypothesis that is tested?

• A) The genes are linked to one another.
• B) The genes are assorting independently.
• C) The genes are located on the sex chromosomes.
• D) No crossing over occurs.
• E) The distance between the genes is very small.

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