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Three independently assorting STR markers (A, B, and C) are used to assess the paternity of a colt recently born to a quarter horse mare. Blood samples are drawn from the mare, her colt, and three possible male sires (
a. Evaluate the data and determine if any of the potential sites can be excluded. Explain the basis of exclusion, if any, in each case.
b. Calculate the PI and CPI based on these STR markers, using the following population frequencies:
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