number of genotypes = 3n
(n = number of genes involved in the expression of the trait)
| # of genes | # of genotypes |
|---|---|
|
1 |
3 |
|
2 |
9 |
|
5 |
243 |
|
10 |
59,049 |
This table shows that the with more genes involved in a trait, many possible genotypes for the trait can be expected.
