Discriminant function of plant selection was suggested by____________________?
Correct answer: C. Smith (1936)
- A. Griffing (1956)
- B. Yates (1947)
- C. Smith (1936)
- D. Kempt Horne (1957)
Explanation
Smith proposed the discriminant function in 1936 to combine information from several traits into a selection criterion. It gives greater emphasis to traits according to their economic importance and genetic relationships.
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