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A woman who is type O gives birth to a baby who is also type O. In a paternity case, a man claims that he cannot be the father because he has type A blood. Is he right? Explain.

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter19: Introduction To Genetics

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 7CT

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