Question

The dominant allele is __________ if present. The recessive allele is only shown if ___________.

Answer 1

Answer: The dominant allele is always expressed if it is present. The recessive allele is only shown if there is no dominant allele.

Explanation: The dominant allele will always be visible, regardless of wether there is a recessive allele or two dominant alleles. If it is there at all, you will be able to see it. The recessive allele is only visible when there is NO dominant allele at all.