Consider a Gene with Six Alleles A₁, A₂, A₃, A₄

question 189

Multiple Choice

Consider a gene with six alleles A₁, A₂, A₃, A₄, A₅, and A₆. How many distinct genotypes are possible, taking into account both homozygous and heterozygous genotypes?

• A)11
• B)13
• C)17
• D)21
• E)29

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