Select the incorrect statement$(s)$ from the options given below with respect to dihybrid cross.
$I.$ Tightly linked genes on the same chromosome show higher recombinations.
$II.$ Genes far apart on the same chromosome show very few recombinations.
$III.$ Genes loosely linked on the same chromosome show similar recombinations.

  • A
    $I$ and $II$
  • B
    $III$ and $II$
  • C
    $I$ and $III$
  • D
    All of these

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