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Tim and Jan both have freckles, but their son Michael does not. Show with a Punnett square how this is possible. If Tim and Jan have another child, what is the probability that it will have freckles?

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter20: Chromosomes And Human Genetics

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CT: If a couple has six boys, what is the probability that a seventh child will be a girl?

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