NEET2025Botany-Mendelian Genetics

NEET 2025 Botany Dihybrid Cross MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Genes R and Y follow independent assortment. If RRYY produce round yellow seeds and rryy produce wrinkled green seeds, what will be the phenotypic ratio of the F₂ generation?

A

Phenotypic ratio - 1 : 2 : 1

B

Phenotypic ratio - 3 : 1

C

Phenotypic ratio - 9 : 3 : 3 : 1

D

Phenotypic ratio - 9 : 7

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

In a dihybrid cross following Mendel's laws, the phenotypic ratio of the F₂ generation is 9:3:3:1 for two traits showing independent assortment.

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