Evaluate each of the statements below. Select those that accurately describe the role of genes and chromosomes in the process of inheriting a specific trait. Choose all THREE that apply.

Question

Responses
A Chromosomes are made of DNA.Chromosomes are made of DNA.
B There are 26 pairs of chromosomes in humans.There are 26 pairs of chromosomes in humans.
C Alleles are the different forms of a gene that can exist.Alleles are the different forms of a gene that can exist.
D Chromosomes contain genes that control the inheritance of traits.Chromosomes contain genes that control the inheritance of traits.
E Genes are made of chromosomes and contain all of the genetic information for an organism.

Answer 1

A - Correct. Chromosomes are indeed made of DNA.
C - Correct. Alleles are indeed the different forms of a gene that can exist.
D - Correct. Chromosomes do contain genes that control the inheritance of traits.