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The two traits used in the chapter's dihybrid cross example (seed shape and seed colour) were chosen because they separately

Question
The two traits used in the chapter's dihybrid cross example (seed shape and seed colour) were chosen because they separately
are linked on the same chromosome and always inherited together
assort independently of each other, allowing Mendel to study their combined inheritance
cannot actually be observed visually
are the only two traits pea plants possess
Answer
assort independently of each other, allowing Mendel to study their combined inheritance
Detailed Explanation
Mendel selected traits like seed shape and seed colour that assort independently, which allowed him to reveal the principle of independent assortment.
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