Question:

Consider the following statements:
A. Differences of general combining ability are due to additive variance in the base population.
B. Differences of specific combining ability are due to additive variance in the base population.
C. Differences of general combining ability are due to non-additive variance in the base population.
D. Differences of specific combining ability are due to non-additive variance in the base population.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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GCA: additive variance.
SCA: non-additive variance.
Important in hybrid breeding.
  • A and B only
  • A and C only
  • A and D only
  • B and D only
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Combining ability is used in plant and animal breeding.
General and specific combining ability have different bases.

Step 2: Key Formula or Approach:

No specific formula.
Need to understand combining ability.

Step 3: Detailed Explanation:

General Combining Ability (GCA) is due to additive variance (A is correct).
Specific Combining Ability (SCA) is due to non-additive variance (D is correct).
Thus, A and D are correct.
B and C are incorrect.

Step 4: Final Answer:

A and D are correct.
Hence, the correct option is (C).
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