What is the total number of alleles for the T gene present in a population of 100 individuals?
A) 50
B) 100
C) 200
D) 400

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Each individual has two alleles for a given gene (one from each parent), so the total number of alleles in the population can be found by multiplying the number of individuals by two. Therefore, 100 individuals x 2 alleles per individual = 200 alleles in total for the T gene in this population. Choice C is the only option that corresponds with this calculation.

What Is the Total Number of Alleles for the T