3.4.4 - Pedigrees
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Practice Questions
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What does a circle represent in a pedigree?
💡 Hint: Think about basic symbols used in diagrams.
What is indicated by a shaded symbol?
💡 Hint: Consider what it means to have a trait or condition.
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What symbol represents a male in a pedigree?
💡 Hint: Think about the basic symbols used.
True or False: A shaded symbol in a pedigree chart indicates an unaffected individual.
💡 Hint: Remember the meaning of shading!
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You have a pedigree with several generations. Determine whether the trait is autosomal dominant or recessive based on affected individuals' distribution. Provide your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Look for parental contributions to phenotypes.
Design a pedigree chart for a theoretical family with an autosomally recessive trait. Predict which individuals will show the trait and their genotypes.
💡 Hint: Use simple ratios based on common genetic crosses.
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