Practice mode Inheritance

Genes A and B are linked 12 map units apart. What proportion of gametes from an AB/ab individual will be Ab?

Correct answer C. 6%

Explanation

Recombinant gametes total 12%, shared equally between Ab and aB, so Ab = 12% ÷ 2 = 6%. The parental gametes AB and ab are each 44%.

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