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BIO 201 Genetics 1 Objective Question

Question

Using the forked-line method, how many distinct types of gametes are produced by an organism with the genotype AaBbCcDd?
Options
A 8
B 16
Correct Answer
C 32
D 64
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The number of gamete types is determined by 2^n, where n is the number of heterozygous loci. Here, n = 4, so 2^4 = 16 gametes.

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