Which of the following statements about genetics is correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following statements about genetics is correct?
A. Phenotype refers to the genetic makeup of an organism.
B. Homozygous individuals have two different alleles for a trait.
C. A monohybrid cross gives a phenotypic ratio of 9:3:3:1.
D. Mendel’s law of segregation states that allele pairs separate during gamete formation.
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mendel’s first law (segregation) states that the two alleles for a trait separate during gamete formation. Homozygous individuals have identical alleles; phenotype is observable trait; a monohybrid ratio is 3:1.

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