Suppose That Your Mother and Father Both Have Cystic Fibrosis

question 5

Multiple Choice

Suppose that your mother and father both have cystic fibrosis, which is caused by a recessive allele. What are the odds of you having cystic fibrosis?

• A) 1
• B) 3 in 4
• C) 1 in 2
• D) 1 in 4

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Definitions:

Kwashiorkor

A malnutrition disease in children caused by deprivation of protein and calories and characterized by lethargy, bloating, and swelling of the stomach.

Muscular Dystrophy

A group of genetic disorders characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles over time.

Adult Weight

The body weight of an individual after fully completing physical growth, typically measured during adulthood.

Brain

The organ located in the head of humans and other animals that is the center of the nervous system, responsible for interpreting sensory inputs, coordinating involuntary and voluntary movements, and facilitating cognitive processes.