When a particular trait appears in the F 2 generation but not in the F 1 generation, it is an indication that:

The trait appearing in the F2 generation but not in the F1 generation indicates that it is recessive. In a monohybrid cross, recessive traits are masked by dominant traits in the F1 generation and reappear in the F2 generation.

When a particular trait appears in the F 2 generation but not in the F 1 generation, it is an indication that:

The trait appearing in the F2 generation but not in the F1 generation indicates that it is recessive. In a monohybrid cross, recessive traits are masked by dominant traits in the F1 generation and reappear in the F2 generation.

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When a Particular Trait Appears in the F₂ Generation but Not

Question 20

Multiple Choice

When a particular trait appears in the F₂ generation but not in the F₁ generation, it is an indication that:

A) a monohybrid cross is involved.
B) a dihybrid cross is involved.
C) true-breeding plants are involved.
D) the trait is recessive.
E) the trait is dominant.

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