In the Punnett square shown below, the lettered circles on the top and left of the square (indicated by the arrows)represent the
A)offspring that will be produced by the cross.
B)genotypes of the parents involved in the cross.
C)gametes that may be produced by each parent involved in the cross.
D)offspring that could be produced by the cross.

Question

In the Punnett square shown below, the lettered circles on the top and left of the square (indicated by the arrows)represent the 
A)offspring that will be produced by the cross. 
B)genotypes of the parents involved in the cross. 
C)gametes that may be produced by each parent involved in the cross. 
D)offspring that could be produced by the cross.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The lettered circles on the top and left of the Punnett square represent the possible gametes that can be produced by each parent involved in the cross. Therefore, choice C is the best answer. Choices A and D are incorrect because they refer to offspring, which cannot be determined solely by the lettered circles in the Punnett square. Choice B is also incorrect because the lettered circles do not necessarily represent the genotypes of the parents; they only represent the possible gametes that can be produced.

In the Punnett Square Shown Below, the Lettered Circles on the Top