Question

which statement summarizes the law of segregation?
gametes are passed in pairs, groups, or sets.
traits that are dominant mask traits that are recessive.
gametes carry one allele for each trait.
traits are passed independently of one another.

Explanation:

The law of segregation states that during the formation of gametes, the two alleles for each trait separate so that each gamete carries only one allele for each trait. The first option is incorrect as gametes are not passed in pairs, groups or sets. The second option describes the principle of dominance. The fourth option describes the law of independent - assortment.

Answer:

Gametes carry one allele for each trait.