Consider the given cross between two cats.The probability of the offspring cats produced by this cross would be:
Correct answer: C. 50% black long-haired and 50% black short-haired
- A. 100% black long-haired
- B. 75% black long-haired and 25% black short-haired
- C. 50% black long-haired and 50% black short-haired
- D. 25% black long-haired and 75% black short-haired
Explanation
The correct answer is 50% black long-haired and 50% black short-haired, which indicates that the genetic cross involves one parent being homozygous for one trait (hair length) and heterozygous for the other. Each trait has a 50% chance of being passed on to the offspring. Other options suggest ratios that imply different genetic combinations not supported by the stated problem.
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