A Situation Where the Coefficient of Coincidence Is Greater Than

question 54

Multiple Choice

A situation where the coefficient of coincidence is greater than 1.0 would indicate that:

• A)the interference is high and one crossover suppresses the occurrence of a second one.
• B)no double crossovers were found in the progeny of a testcross, even though some were expected based on probability.
• C)double crossovers were found in the progeny of a testcross, but there were fewer of them than would be expected based on probability.
• D)there were more double crossovers in the progeny than would be expected based on probability.
• E)the genes involved were actually assorting independently.

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Definitions:

Thalamus

A brain structure that acts as a relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex, with the exception of olfactory signals.

Amygdala

A part of the limbic system within the brain that is involved in emotions, decision-making, and memory processing.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays a significant role in motor control, coordination, precision, and accurate timing of movements.

Brainstem

The posterior part of the brain, connecting the cerebrum with the spinal cord, responsible for controlling many basic life-sustaining functions like breathing and heart rate.