Question

Linkage drag is the phenomenon in which-

A The undesirable genes also get transferred along with the desirable genes. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Only the desirable genes from donor parent get transferred Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C The frequency of recombination between the desired and unwanted genes is increased Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D The unwanted genes are eliminated from the population Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Linkage drag occurs when undesirable genes are carried along with desirable genes due to their close location on the same chromosome, affecting breeding outcomes.

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