NEET 2016 Zoology Linkage and Recombination MCQ Question
In a test cross involving F₁ dihybrid flies, more parental-type offspring were produced than the recombinant-type offspring. This indicates
The two genes are linked and present on the same chromosome.
Both the characters are controlled by more than one gene.
The two genes are located on two different chromosomes.
Chromosomes failed to separate during meiosis.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The excess of parental-type offspring suggests linkage, meaning the genes are located close together on the same chromosome.
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