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    Question

    Choose among the given options the best suitable answer

    The maximum heterosis occurs at an ………………….. level of parental diversity.
    A Optimal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Intermediate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Increased Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Both A and B Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Both A and C Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The expression of heterosis is influenced by genetic diversity of parents. For example, in wheat higher heterosis is associated with crosses of more distantly related parents. Thus maximum heterosis occurs at an optimal or intermediate level of parental diversity.

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