For six genes known to be linked on chromosome 10 of corn (Zea mays), the recombination frequencies between various pairs have been determined in a series of genetic crosses. Use the recombination frequency data in the table below to determine the order of and distance between the genes on a genetic map. The gene lc1 is known to be closest to the telomere of the chromosome.
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Using the following data collected from a test cross, calculate the recombination frequency.

A
15.9%
B
10.3%
C
40.5%
D
32.7%

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Identify the number of parental and recombinant offspring from the data provided. In this case, there are 1400 and 1200 parental offspring, and 150 and 150 recombinant offspring.
Calculate the total number of offspring by adding all the parental and recombinant offspring together: 1400 + 1200 + 150 + 150.
Determine the total number of recombinant offspring by adding the two recombinant categories: 150 + 150.
Calculate the recombination frequency using the formula: (Number of Recombinant Offspring / Total Number of Offspring) * 100.
Express the recombination frequency as a percentage to determine the genetic distance between the genes in question.
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