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Chapter 12, Problem 2DA
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To determine: The possibility of unaffected offspring in one affected female in the third-generation married to the unaffected male.

Introduction: A pedigree is a chart that shows the biological relationships among the offsprings and the ancestors. The term is derived from the French word “pied de grue.” It can be useful for various animals like humans, dogs, and horses and is very helpful to look at the transmission of genetic disorders.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The chances of having unaffected offspring if possible.

Introduction: The Autosomal dominant trait is a non-sex chromosome appearing in both males and females in the same frequency. Both sexes are capable of transmitting these traits to their offspring.

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