In the Hardy-Weinberg equation, p2 + 2pq + q2 = 1, 2pq represents the frequency of

A. homozygous dominant and heterozygous individuals.
B. homozygous dominant individuals.
C. homozygous recessive individuals.
D. heterozygous individuals.
E. homozygous recessive and heterozygous individuals.


D. heterozygous individuals.

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What will be an ideal response?

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