The following recombination frequencies are calculated for four linked genes in the image attached: What is the frequency of crossing-over between A and D? a. 8% b. 6% c. 15% d. 11%

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The following recombination frequencies are calculated for four linked genes in the image attached:

What is the frequency of crossing-over between A and D?
a. 8%
b. 6%
c. 15%
d. 11%
Genes
A and B
B and C
C and D
A and C
B and D
Recombination
Frequency
2%
17%
4%
15%
13%
Transcribed Image Text:Genes A and B B and C C and D A and C B and D Recombination Frequency 2% 17% 4% 15% 13%
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