In a Series of Mapping Experiments, the Recombination Frequencies for Four

question 11

Multiple Choice

In a series of mapping experiments, the recombination frequencies for four different linked genes of Drosophila were determined as shown in the figure. Based on this information, what is the order of these genes on a chromosome map?

• A) rb-cn-vg-b
• B) cn-rb-b-vg
• C) b-rb-cn-vg
• D) vg-cn-b-rb

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