Top cross-method was first suggested for evaluation of inbreads by

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The top cross-method was first suggested for the evaluation of inbreds by Davis (1927).
Davis suggested the top crosses methodology, which consists of combining a large number of inbred lines.
In the top cross, crosses are made between inbreds and either a tester or an open-pollinated variety. This is also known as an inbred-variety cross.