Question

Which of the following is the significance of inbreeding?

• A. To promote pure breed with desirable characters
• B. To identify undesirable recessive genes
• C. To produce improved stocks with desirable characters
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Inbreeding is the production of offspring obtained from the mating or breeding of individuals or organisms that are closely related. There is production of pure breeds with desirable characters. Inbreeding results in homozygosity, which can increase the chances of offspring being affected by recessive or deleterious traits. This method helps to identify the recessive genes which are undesirable. This method can be used to increase and improve the stocks with desirable characters.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.