What are the most likely percentages for offspring of two red/white-feather parents?

The Genetics of Feather Colors in Chickens

When two red/white-feather parents breed, the offspring can inherit different combinations of feather colors. Understanding the genetic inheritance of these colors can help predict the most likely percentages for the offspring.

Possible Offspring Percentages

According to genetic principles, the most likely percentages for the offspring of two red/white-feather parents are as follows:

A. 100% red/white-feather chickens.

B. 50% white-feather chickens and 50% red/white-feather chickens.

C. 33% white-feather chickens, 33% red-feather chickens, and 33% red/white-feather chickens.

D. 25% white-feather chickens, 25% red-feather chickens, and 50% red/white-feather chickens.

Correct Answer

Correct Answer: D

25% white-feather chickens, 25% red-feather chickens, and 50% red/white-feather chickens.