Which of the Following Is a True Statement Regarding the Frequency

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement regarding the frequency of crossing over in chromosomes? 1.Crossing over is less likely to occur near the ends of a chromosome
2) Crossing over is less likely to occur near the centromere
3) Crossing over is more likely to occur near the ends of the chromosome

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 1 and 2
• E) 2 and 3

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