The Coefficient of Inbreeding (F) Tells Us What About an Individual

question 28

Multiple Choice

The coefficient of inbreeding (F) tells us what about an individual?

• A)The probability that they are homozygous due to inheritance from a common ancestor
• B)Their genotype
• C)The probability of obtaining a certain allele from the gene pool

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