Principles of Inheritance and Variation Question 118

118. What contribute to the success of Mendel ?

(a) Qualitative analysis of data

(b) Observation of distinct inherited traits

(c) His knowledge of biology

(d) Consideration of one character at one time

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Answer : d

Hints & Solution

(d) Consideration of one character with two contrasting conditions at one time contributed to Mendel’s success in proposing the laws of inheritance of traits. His choice of experimental plant as pea and use of statistical methods also contributed to his success.



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