Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder in humans which is controlled by a dominant gene. If one parent is heterozygous for the trait and the other has normal alleles, what are their chances of having an offspring with the disease? 100% 25% 75% 50%

Huntington's disease is a genetic disorder in humans which is controlled by a dominant gene. If one parent is heterozygous for the trait and the other has normal alleles, what are their chances of having an offspring with the disease? 100% 25% 75% 50%

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Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

Publisher:Michael Cummings

Chapter16: Reproductive Technology, Genetic Testing, And Gene Therapy

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