Two genes, A and B, are found on the same chromosome. One homologous chromosome carries alleles A and B, whereas the other homologous chromosome carries alleles a and b. If genes A and B are so closely linked that the recombination frequency is 0%, only AB and ab gametes will be produced during meiosis.

a. true
b. false

In a certain region, children are considered economic benefits. a rising trend in the fertility levels of the region is observed. last year the fertility rate in that region was four children per woman. it is predicted that the fertility rate is going to be six children per woman due to increasing poverty. if the predictions are true then the population of that region will , resulting in