Two Genes, a and X, Exhibit Incomplete Linkage

question 40

Short Answer

Two genes, A and X, exhibit incomplete linkage. The frequency of each parental gamete (AX and ax) is 45%. What is the approximate frequency of the Ax gamete?

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