Assume a Biallelic Locus in a Diploid Population Has the Genotype

question 3

Multiple Choice

Assume a biallelic locus in a diploid population has the genotype frequencies: A₁A₁ = 0.59; A₁A₂ = 0.16; and A₂A₂ = 0.25.What is the observed allele frequency (p) of the A₁ allele?

• A)0.59
• B)0.16
• C)0.25
• D)0.67
• E)0.33

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