Which of the following statements is not...

Which of the following statements is not true of two genes that show 50% recombination frequency?

A

If the genes are present on the same chromosome, they undergo more than one cross overs in every meiosis

B

The genes may be on different chromosomes

C

The genes are tightly linked

D

The genes show independent assortment

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The correct Answer is:

C

If they show 50% recombination frequency the genes are not linked as linked genes show more than parental type.

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