Which of the following is true with regard to the dominant-recessive genes principle?
A)A single recessive gene has the potential to silence the other gene of the pair.
B)A recessive gene exerts its influence only if the two genes of a pair are both recessive.
C)Blond hair,nearsightedness,and freckles are dominant traits.
D)Brown hair,farsightedness,and dimples are examples of recessive traits.

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A recessive gene exerts its influence only if the two genes of a pair are both recessive.If you inherit a recessive gene for a trait from each of your parents,you will show the trait.If you inherit a recessive gene from only one parent,you may never know you carry the gene.

Which of the Following Is True with Regard to the Dominant-Recessive