A recessive gene can be expressed if the genotype is:
Correct answer: A. Homozygous recessive
- A. Homozygous recessive
- B. Homozygous dominant
- C. Heterozygous
- D. (B) and (C)
Explanation
Only individuals with an aa genotype will express a recessive trait; therefore, offspring must receive one recessive allele from each parent to exhibit a recessive trait.
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