Question

Genotype of $F_1$ individuals can be tested by

• A. Backcross with homozygous recessive parent
• B. Reciprocal crossing
• C. Backcrossing with heterozygous parent
• D. Backcrossing with homozygous dominant parent.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Backcross with homozygous recessive parent

A cross is made between F₁ progeny and a homozygous recessive parent is called Test cross. It is used to know the genotype of F₁ progeny.

So, the correct option is ‘Back cross with homozygous recessive parent’.