Question

In a dihybrid cross, the gametes of AaBb individual can be

• A. Aa, Bb
• B. AB, ab
• C. AB, ab, aB
• D. AB, Ab, aB, ab

Answer 1

The correct option is D AB, Ab, aB, ab

Independent assortment explains how genes get independently separated from one another during the time of reproductive cell development (gemete formation). Gametes are formed according to the law of independent assortment, the pairs of the homologous chromosomes are divided in half to form haploid gametic cells. Each gamete receives one allele from each pair of alleles in the organism.