Question

Mating of two closely related individuals within the same breed is called

• A. In-breeding
• B. Out-breeding
• C. Out-crossing
• D. Cross-breeding

Answer 1

The correct option is A In-breeding

Animals of different breeds are breed in order to increase the yield of products obtained from them. The hybrids which are formed are with desirable and more improved superior qualities. When the animals of closely related groups are breed, this is called as inbreeding. The animals are generally of the same breed or closely related breeds. This process is called inbreeding because there is a mating of the animals which belong to the same group or are present in the same breed.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.