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Laws of Inheritance

Question 5 • 26-27 Biology A

Which statement summarizes the law of segregation?

Answer
A
Gametes are passed in pairs, groups, or sets.
B
Traits that are dominant mask traits that are recessive.
C
Gametes carry one allele for each trait.
D
Traits are passed independently of one another.

Explanation

The law of segregation states that the two alleles for a trait separate when gametes form, so each gamete receives just one allele. Therefore, “Gametes carry one allele for each trait” is correct. Choice D describes the law of independent assortment, not segregation.

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