After observing the F2 generation what conclusion did Mendel come to?

A. The recessive trait reappeared about 25% of the time

B. none of the above are correct

C. there appeared to be a blending or intermediate of treats in the F2 generation

D. The recessive trait had disappeared in the F2 offspring

The recessive trait reappeared about 25% of the time

Explanation:

There were no short plants in the F1 generation, although one of the parents was short. However, the characteristics reappeared in its original form in 1/4 of the F2 plants. He concluded that each hereditary characteristic is determined by two contrasting hereditary factors.