Asked by Jenny Beattie on Jun 25, 2024

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A ____ is best used to demonstrate the linkage of two genes.

A) monohybrid cross
B) dihybrid cross
C) monohybrid test cross
D) two-allele test cross
E) two-point test cross

Two-Point Test Cross

A genetic cross used to test for linkage; individuals heterozygous at two loci are crossed with individuals who are homozygous recessive at those loci.

Linkage

The tendency for a group of genes locatedon the same chromosome to be inherited togetherin successive generations

Genes

Segments of DNA located on chromosomes that carry the instructions for the development, functioning, growth, and reproduction of organisms.

  • Analyze genetic mappings and appreciate the significance of map units in the study of genetics.
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Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
A two-point test cross is specifically designed to analyze the linkage between two genes by crossing an individual heterozygous for both genes with an individual homozygous recessive for both genes, allowing for the observation of recombinant and parental genotypes.