Question

Read the given statements and select the correct option
Statement 1 : Test cross is used to determine an unknown genotype within one breeding generation
Statement 2 : Test cross is a cross between `F_(1)` hybrid and dominant parent.
A. Both Assertion and Reason ae true and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion
B. Both Assertion and Reason are true but the Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion
C. Assertion is true, but the Reason is false
D. Assertion is false, but the Reason is true

Answer 1

Correct Answer - C
Test cross is a cross between `F_(1)` hybrid individual and its recessive parent. By crossing an organism having an unknown genotype with a homozygous recessive organism, it is possible to determine an unknown genotype within one breeding generation.