What is the distribution of parental chromosomes in each of the four haploid cells produced by meiosis II?

A) 100% maternal or paternal chromosomes
B) a 75%:25% mix of maternal and paternal chromosomes
C) a 50%:50% mix of maternal and paternal chromosomes
D) a random mix of maternal and paternal chromosomes
E) The distribution depends on whether the organism is haploid or diploid.


Answer: D

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