Which genotypes can taste PTC?

Only TT

tt

TT and Tt

1 answer

The ability to taste PTC (phenylthiocarbamide) is determined by a simple Mendelian trait where the tasting ability is dominant over the non-tasting trait. In this case:

  • TT (homozygous dominant) and Tt (heterozygous) individuals can taste PTC.
  • tt (homozygous recessive) individuals cannot taste PTC.

Therefore, the correct answer is TT and Tt.