An allele in a population of mockingbirds has a frequency of 0.3.In a population of 600, how many copies of the allele are present?
A) 180
B) 300
C) 360
D) 450
E) 600

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Frequency of the allele = 0.3
Total population = 600
Number of copies of the allele = Frequency x Total population
= 0.3 x 600
= 180 + 180 (from the other allele)
= 360 
Therefore, the correct answer is choice C.

An Allele in a Population of Mockingbirds Has a Frequency