Mendel's data from single-factor crosses did not support a blending mechanism of inheritance.Which of the following is correct regarding the blending theory of inheritance?
A) It theorized that hereditary traits blended from one generation to the next.
B) It was possible for the blending to change the trait from one generation to the next.
C) It was supported by early research of tobacco plants by Joseph Kölreuter.
D) It was the prevailing theory of inheritance prior to Mendel.
E) All of these choices are correct.

Question

Mendel's data from single-factor crosses did not support a blending mechanism of inheritance.Which of the following is correct regarding the blending theory of inheritance?
A) It theorized that hereditary traits blended from one generation to the next.
B) It was possible for the blending to change the trait from one generation to the next.
C) It was supported by early research of tobacco plants by Joseph Kölreuter.
D) It was the prevailing theory of inheritance prior to Mendel.
E) All of these choices are correct.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The blending theory of inheritance suggested that offspring are a mix of parental traits, was supported by early research, and was the prevailing theory before Mendel's work.

Mendel's Data from Single-Factor Crosses Did Not Support a Blending