Suppose That Your Father Is Heterozygous for a Recessive Disorder

question 48

Multiple Choice

Suppose that your father is heterozygous for a recessive disorder. Also suppose that you know your mom has two "good" alleles. What is the probability that you will have the disorder?

• A) 75%
• B) 50%
• C) 25%
• D) 0%

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