Genes a and B Are on the Same Chromosome

question 33

Multiple Choice

Genes A and B are on the same chromosome.If a person has one chromosome with the alleles AB and a second chromosome with the alleles ab,how could they produce a gamete with a chromosome containing the alleles Ab or aB?

• A) independent assortment
• B) random fertilization
• C) mitosis
• D) fragmentation of the chromosome
• E) crossing over

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Definitions:

Alternative Hypothesis

A hypothesis that contradicts the null hypothesis by stating there is a statistically significant effect or relationship between variables.

Null Hypothesis

A default hypothesis that there is no significant difference or effect, used as a starting point for statistical hypothesis testing.

Alternative Hypotheses

A statement that directly contradicts the null hypothesis, suggesting that there is a significant difference or effect.

Population Mean

The average value of all the members of a population.