The cross GE/ge × ge/ge produces the following progeny: GE/ge 404; ge/ge 396; gE/ge 97; Ge/ge 103.From these data one can conclude that the G and E loci assort independently.

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The progeny ratios deviate significantly from the 1:1:1:1 ratio expected if the G and E loci were assorting independently, indicating linkage between the two loci.

The Cross GE/ge × Ge/ge Produces the Following Progeny: GE/ge