A pregnant woman is carrying a triplet inside her womb. They want to determine the number of boys or girls she is carrying but the sex of the fetus cannot be determined yet. What is the probability of having boys and at least a girl? O 3a 6

A pregnant woman is carrying a triplet inside her womb. They want to determine the number of boys or girls she is carrying but the sex of the fetus cannot be determined yet. What is the probability of having boys and at least a girl? O 3a 6

Body Structures & Functions

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ISBN:9781285695495

Author:Scott

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Chapter21: Reproductive System

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A pregnant woman is carrying a triplet inside her womb. They want to determine the number of boys or
girls she is carrying but the sex of the fetus cannot be determined yet. What is the probability of having
boys and at least a girl?
O 3a 6

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