Question

the parent plants in experiments are referred to as the ______ generation.

a p
b f
c a
d b

Explanation:

Identify the genetic terminology for parent plants

In genetic crosses, the original parent generation is designated as the parental generation, abbreviated as the P generation.

Evaluate the given options

• Option a: P represents the parental generation.
• Option b: F represents the filial generation (offspring).
• Option c: A is not a standard genetic generation designation.
• Option d: B is not a standard genetic generation designation.

Answer:

• a P (Correct answer)
• b F
• c A
• d B