In Pedigree Analysis, It Is Easiest to Identify the Individual

question 47

Multiple Choice

In pedigree analysis, it is easiest to identify the individual most likely to be the source of the mutation if the mutation is

• A) mitochondrial.
• B) recessive.
• C) autosomal dominant.
• D) sex-linked recessive.
• E) pseudoautosomal.

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