A certain autosomal gene in a diploid animal species exists in four distinct allelic forms within a population. What is the maximum number of different genotypes possible for this gene in the population, and how many alleles can a single diploid individual inherit?

A) 4 genotypes in the population, and an individual can inherit up to 4 alleles

B) 8 genotypes in the population, and an individual can inherit up to 4 alleles

C) 10 genotypes in the population, and an individual can inherit up to 2 alleles

D) 16 genotypes in the population, and an individual can inherit up to 2 alleles

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