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In the context of rotational crossbreeding compare the use of crossbred sires relative to the use of purebred sires with respect to: (3 pts)
a. hybrid vigor
b. breed complementarity
c. consistency of performance
d. simplicity
e. accuracy of genetic prediction
Compare to all above, a,b,c,d, and e
Hybrid Vigor in spatial rotations with crossbred sires: Maintain more hybrid vigor than the purebred sires.
Hybrid Vigor in Spatial Rotations with Purebred Sires: Hybrid vigor is maximized in F1, then fluctuates until 7th generation where it levels out.
Breed complementarity in spatial rotations with crossbred sires: Opportunity for breed complementarity.
Breed complementarity in spatial rotations with purebred sires: Purebred sires provide little breed complementarity.
Consistency in spatial rotations with crossbred sires: Potential for higher consistency.
Consistency of performance in spatial rotations with purebred sires: Consistency varies as does breed composition.
Simplicity in spatial rotations with crossbred sires: Varies, but probably more simple than purebred sires.
Simplicity in spatial rotations with purebred sires: Simplicity varies, and it is not feasible for very small herds.
Accuracy of genetic prediction in spatial rotations with crossbred sires: Lack of genetic info is a major concern.
Accuracy of genetic prediction in spatial rotations with purebred sires: Good in systems that use purebred sires.