A trait controlled by a dominant gene will ________.
A) be expressed even when the corresponding gene in the other half of the pair is different
B) be expressed only if it is paired with two recessive genes
C) not be expressed if it is paired with another dominant gene
D) not be expressed when the corresponding gene in the other half of the pair is different

Question

A trait controlled by a dominant gene will ________.
A) be expressed even when the corresponding gene in the other half of the pair is different 
B) be expressed only if it is paired with two recessive genes
C) not be expressed if it is paired with another dominant gene
D) not be expressed when the corresponding gene in the other half of the pair is different

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

If a trait is controlled by a dominant gene, it will be expressed when paired with a different corresponding gene, even if that gene is recessive. This is because the dominant gene is able to overpower the effects of the recessive gene.

A Trait Controlled by a Dominant Gene Will ________