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What would be the number of genotypes and phenotypes, respectively, from a cross between genotypes AaBBCcDd and AaBBCcDd ? Assume independent assortment and simple dominant-recessive relationship in each gene pair.

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8 and 4 12 and 4 27 and 8 Correct 14 and 8

Explanation

Mendelian segregation analysis shows allele distribution and recombination generate phenotypic variation. Consequently 27 and 8 emerges as the valid choice since it follows segregation and linkage principles, aligning with established principles in genetics literature.

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