A cell with three pairs of chromosomes has the genotype AaBbCc, such that each pair of alleles is on a different pair of chromosomes.If this cell were to undergo meiotic division, how many genetically different types of gametes could be produced?
A)1
B)3
C)6
D)8
E)9

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During meiosis, each pair of alleles can assort independently, leading to 2^n combinations, where n is the number of chromosome pairs. Here, n=3, so 2^3 = 8 different gametes can be produced.

A Cell with Three Pairs of Chromosomes Has the Genotype