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An allele whose phenotype is expressed in an organism only when two copies of it are present, and whose effect is masked in the presence of a contrasting allele, is best described as which of the following?

  1. A recessive alleleCevap
  2. B
    A dominant allele
  3. C
    A codominant allele
  4. D
    A continuous allele

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A recessive allele
The correct option is 'A recessive allele' because recessive traits require two identical recessive alleles (homozygous state) to be observed phenotypically. In a heterozygous individual, the dominant allele overrides and masks the recessive trait.

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1
Analyze the definition given in the stem.
The stem describes an allele that requires two copies (homozygous condition) to manifest phenotypically and is masked when paired with a different allele.
By definition in classical Mendelian genetics, an allele that is concealed in the heterozygous condition is recessive.
2
Evaluate the choices against basic genetics terminology.
A recessive allele fits this exact criterion, whereas a dominant allele masks others and a codominant allele expresses alongside others.
Distinguishing between dominant, recessive, and codominant expression is fundamental to genetic analysis.

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Recessive Allele Expression
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